Question 1

Is the client going to be the one who is suing or being sued in a contingent fee agreement? Explain.

Accepted Answer

The one suing-must b

Question 2

Define and explain the significance of the statute of limitations.

Accepted Answer

The statute of limitations def

Question 3

Review all the steps necessary to prepare for and conduct an entire interview.

Accepted Answer

See Chapte

Question 4

The interview summary is helpful for

Accepted Answer

A)  publicizing the case. 
B)  quick review of facts. 
C)  evidence at trial. 
D)  keeping the client informed. 
A)  publicizing the case. 
B)  quick review of facts. 
C)  evidence at trial. 
D)  keeping the client informed.

Question 5

The interview summary is helpful for

Accepted Answer

A)  publicizing the case. 
B)  a quick review of facts. 
C)  evidence at trial. 
D)  keeping the client informed. 
A)  publicizing the case. 
B)  a quick review of facts. 
C)  evidence at trial. 
D)  keeping the client informed.

Question 6

How do you use "pace and lead" and other techniques to deal with a difficult client?

Accepted Answer

The "pace and lead" technique is used to

Question 7

The most frequent complaint of clients is that they have to communicate with paralegals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What is a disengagement letter and why is it important?

Accepted Answer

This type of letter identifies

Question 9

Describe the technique of pace and lead in dealing with difficult clients.

Accepted Answer

The interviewer first identifi

Question 10

Using the information following the sample interview form in the text, list the procedural stages for creating your own interview form and place it in your systems folder.

Accepted Answer

• Review file.
• Have attorney identify

Question 11

In preparing the interview site the paralegal should

Accepted Answer

A)  keep other client files on the desk to show how much business the firm has. 
B)  have all paper, pencils, diagrams, and forms ready. 
C)  arrange the office seating to keep distance between client and interviewer. 
D)  arrange for all calls to be put through to the interview site. 
A)  keep other client files on the desk to show how much business the firm has. 
B)  have all paper, pencils, diagrams, and forms ready. 
C)  arrange the office seating to keep distance between client and interviewer. 
D)  arrange for all calls to be put through to the interview site.

Question 12

What is a statute of limitations? When should it be checked? When does a statute of limitations begin tolling in various circumstances?

Accepted Answer

The statute of limitations is the time p

Question 13

How do you generate interview questions for specific cases?

Accepted Answer

Consider what is nee

Question 14

It is best to let the client know that it is the client's responsibility to provide for any special needs, such as interpreters, for the initial interview.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Is the client going to be the one who is suing or being sued in a contingent fee agreement? Explain.

Define and explain the significance of the statute of limitations.

Review all the steps necessary to prepare for and conduct an entire interview.

The interview summary is helpful for

The interview summary is helpful for

How do you use "pace and lead" and other techniques to deal with a difficult client?

The most frequent complaint of clients is that they have to communicate with paralegals.

What is a disengagement letter and why is it important?

Describe the technique of pace and lead in dealing with difficult clients.

Using the information following the sample interview form in the text, list the procedural stages for creating your own interview form and place it in your systems folder.

In preparing the interview site the paralegal should

What is a statute of limitations? When should it be checked? When does a statute of limitations begin tolling in various circumstances?

How do you generate interview questions for specific cases?

It is best to let the client know that it is the client's responsibility to provide for any special needs, such as interpreters, for the initial interview.

Welcome to the Law Office: Foundations for Litigation

Evidence and Investigation

Drafting the Complaint

Filing the Lawsuit, Service of Process, and Obtaining a Default Judgment

Defending and Testing the Lawsuit: Motions, Answers, and Other Responsive Pleadings

Discovery and Electronic Discovery: Overview and Interrogatories

Discovery: Depositions

Document Production and Control, Medical Exams, Admissions, and Compelling Discovery

Settlement and Other Alternative Dispute

Trial Preparation and Trial

Post-Trial Practice From Motions to Appeal

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Exam 2: The Initial Interview

Is the client going to be the one who is suing or being sued in a contingent fee agreement? Explain.

Define and explain the significance of the statute of limitations.

Review all the steps necessary to prepare for and conduct an entire interview.

The interview summary is helpful for

The interview summary is helpful for

How do you use "pace and lead" and other techniques to deal with a difficult client?

The most frequent complaint of clients is that they have to communicate with paralegals.

What is a disengagement letter and why is it important?

Describe the technique of pace and lead in dealing with difficult clients.

Using the information following the sample interview form in the text, list the procedural stages for creating your own interview form and place it in your systems folder.

In preparing the interview site the paralegal should

What is a statute of limitations? When should it be checked? When does a statute of limitations begin tolling in various circumstances?

How do you generate interview questions for specific cases?

It is best to let the client know that it is the client's responsibility to provide for any special needs, such as interpreters, for the initial interview.

Welcome to the Law Office: Foundations for Litigation

Evidence and Investigation

Drafting the Complaint

Filing the Lawsuit, Service of Process, and Obtaining a Default Judgment

Defending and Testing the Lawsuit: Motions, Answers, and Other Responsive Pleadings

Discovery and Electronic Discovery: Overview and Interrogatories

Discovery: Depositions

Document Production and Control, Medical Exams, Admissions, and Compelling Discovery

Settlement and Other Alternative Dispute

Trial Preparation and Trial

Post-Trial Practice From Motions to Appeal

Filters