Family Law: The Essentials

Family Law: The Essentials
ISBN-10
1285420594
ISBN-13
9781285420592
Series
Family Law
Category
Law
Pages
448
Language
English
Published
2014-02-24
Publisher
Cengage Learning
Author
William P. Statsky

Description

FAMILY LAW: THE ESSENTIALS, Third Edition, provides a concise, accurate introduction to key legal concepts and practical paralegal skills, along with excerpts from real-world cases, forms and checklists you can apply on the job, and tips and techniques for professional success. The Third Edition includes new and updated material on current trends and topics in this dynamic field, including legal ethics, technology, domestic violence, fertility and reproductive science, stem cell research, adoption, domestic partnerships, same-sex marriage, and changing definitions of family. Supported by a full range of available learning supplements, this trusted guide is an ideal resource for formal courses or self-study, and a reliable reference for practicing paralegals. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

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