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Efficient Service
I ordered the book and it arrived within 3days. The package was wrapped so there was no wear or tear. I was very pleased and would order again.

Great Condition -- Blah Book
Obviously the book was in great condition, it was new.However, this book doesn't teach you things that you don't already know or that a law school librarian can't tell you.I paid a lot of money for a book I hardly ever touch!

great for class
I used this book for class and I thought it was great. My professor really recommended it. good introductory read ... Read more

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Practical Resource
As a [...] consumer, I have yet to buy a book from these publishers that wasn't worth the asking price.These books are that useful!As a practicing paralegal in the Golden State, I consider myself fairly industry savvy but still found information contained within that I didn't find elsewhere.I'm not comfortable with [...] having the monopoly on subjects of this nature because any time there is only 1 provider of any given thing, that provider tends to gouge consumers.That will changeas competition develops.In the interrim, however, this book is a good resource.Highly recommended.

The Independent's Paralegal Handbook...
The book gives a great reference for starting an independent paralegal business with examples of what should and should not be done in the business world.Read more

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Subjects:  1. Handbooks, manuals, etc    2. Health    3. Insurance, Physicians' liabili    4. Insurance, Physicians' liability    5. Legal Reference / Law Profession    6. Liability insurance claims    7. Medical    8. Medical Law & Legislation    9. United States   

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The Successful Paralegal Job Search Guide
This is the book to buy if you have any interest in pursuing a career as a Paralegal.The information is up-to-date and covers everything; from an overview of the Paralegal field, to choosing the right training/education program, to entering the workforce, to those first days practicing as a paralegal.Insight into the workings of a Law Firm, resume writing, job search resources, interviewing tips, plus appendices covering "Legal Lingo", Paralegal Schools, Paralegal Organizations, and so much more.What really sold me on the book is the "Free Resume Critique" that the Estrin Organization offers at the end.When you are ready, simply send your resume with a self-addressed, stamped envelope and they will review and return your resume; giving ratings in twenty areas on a scale of 1 to 5.After months of research this is the only resource I found that was so concise.I will begin post-graduate work towards a Paralegal degree this fall.

Helped me Find My Job
I didn't have a clue where to start to look for a paralegal job. I have been in this field for five years at one job and was out of touch with what's going on in the marketplace.I picked up this book and found everything I needed - from resume writing to what to expect in the interview to hidden meanings behind the questions asked.I also found the salary negotiation section extremely helpful.When I went on my final interview, I found that I was able to use some of the techniques successfully.The book gave me resources I hadn't even thought about.I think that I was able to get my job more quickly by reading this book.I highly recommend it to experienced, non-experienced paralegals and even those just thinking about entering the field.Now that I think about it, it can apply to just about anyone!

The Best Paralegal Job Search Book on the Market!
The Successful Paralegal Job Search Guide is absolutely the most informative book I have seen yet on the market.It is chock full of sample resumes, cover letters, and most importantly, strategy techniques.It appeals to paralegals of all levels - entry to senior - and all specialties.The step-by-step tips on what can occur during the interview is particularly important.The background information, resources, on-line resources are excellent.I loved the 275 questions you can be asked on the interview and was thrilled to find 275 questions that I could ask!I have never seen that before.I highly recommend this book to anyone who is in the field, who is thinking about entering the field and for schools seeking to assist students in finding a paralegal job.Chere Estrin is an icon in this business and has written yet another winner! ... Read more

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Blum is the Contracts Master
This is the best study aid I had in my first year.Blum's E&E helped me understand concepts as they came up, and was perfect for outlining at the end of the term.Buy it - you won't regret it!!

Good, but I wasn't thrilled
Good book, but perhaps not the best for my course. I initially bought Gilberts and this book. Then I tried to order a different used study aid online and the seller sent me Emanuel's on Contracts, which ended up being the best study aid for Contracts, I thought. Back to the E&E: this book gives a good overview and a clear explanation. The Examples and Explanations are pretty good. However, I agree with the reviewer above that Blum is too vague in the Explanations. Just give us the answer (whether "yes," "no," or "could go either way")! I also have another complaint about the Explanations -- they're way too damn long! Get to the point! I sat there for 10 minutes reading a 4 page Explanation. It's ridiculous. I felt like I was reading High Court case briefs when I was reading the Explanations. I do like the fact that there are Examples that you can work, but Emanuels has Questions following each chapter as well that are more concise and to the point.
A Contracts Essential
Well, I just finished my first year.Exams finished the day before this writing.I came to Amazon to thank this book and write a favorable review to help first years that will follow.
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Subjects:  1. Business & Economics    2. Business/Economics    3. General    4. Handbooks, manuals, etc    5. Legal Profession    6. Legal Reference / Law Profession    7. Legal Research    8. Legal assistants    9. Paralegal Services    10. Paralegals & Paralegalism    11. Research    12. United States    13. Business & Economics / General    14. Legal skills & practice   

Subjects:  1. Civil Procedure    2. Contracts    3. Fantasy    4. Handbooks, manuals, etc    5. Law    6. Legal Reference / Law Profession    7. Legal System    8. Legal assistants    9. Paralegals & Paralegalism    10. United States    11. Business & Economics / General    12. Legal profession   

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Sure fire guide to the legal research and writing process
This text is clearly written and breaks down the mechanics of research and writing into easily understood steps. Great for students entering law school as well as for paralegals.

Absolutely awful book
This book is poorly written and unedited. It is riddled with grammatical errors; the captions for the illustrations and samples are misleading; often the text that can't be distinguished from illustrations because of inconsistent use of fonts and dividing rules. Legal Research and Writing Handbook: A Basic Approach
Although the Legal Research and Writing Handbook is geared for paralegals, it is a valuable guide for attorneys as well. The authors guide readers through each step necessary to use a research tool. In addition, readers learn how to integrate various research methods to perform comprehensive searches of legal materials. The writing portion of the book also provides a step by step approach to drafting documents. It is an excellent resource for all legal researchers and writers. ... Read more

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Props to Ms. Astl
Props to Ms. Astl on even the first 5 pages of her book. The humor definitely helps all of us in the legal field trying to make it. May she continue to help many others find their ways!

Groundbreaking
From a male perspective, and a paralegal student, this book was groundbreaking. I read the reviews and they were great (except for the one "mostly dissapointed". They obviously didn't "get" the book--the whole purpose was to show that being a paralegal is NOT mediocre! Would you want your doctor, accountant or lawyer to "justdo the job well enough?" and to just "get by with getting the work done" instead of done WELL? I don't think so! (I only hope that person NEVER becomes a paralegal.) Anyway, I felt this book was just what the cover said...a good mix of information on education, what it takes to be a paralegal, but it went even further to show REALLY what it takes--diligence, STELLAR work ethic (not just mediocre), interpersonal skills, education, and work experience. I feel much more ready for this career after reading this book. Our noble profession (the law) should ALWAYS be upheld by the standards set forth in this book. I too, agree that this should be recommended or required reading in paralegal classes. Everyone can learn from it and take the bits and pieces of it into their own careers and lives--and be better for it. Maybe some thought it was too heavy on personal experience, but that's precisely what makes this book NOT textbook-y. If you really truly want to know what it's like, don't read Litigation or Real Estate for Paralegals, read this book.

Mostly Disappointing
This book was not for me.As a nonconformist, I was trying to find out what it's really like to work as a paralegal- are my coworkers likely to be line-toeing rule-followers like the coworkers I have to deal with in retail?That sort of thing.Instead, I actually found the author slightly insulting.She described herself as a perfectionist and "an admittedly uptight Type A" and she seemed to kind of have a grudge against laid-back, less organized people who are more interested in just getting the job well enough done than in doing everything perfectly.There were some useful bits, for example, the bit about gossip and how the legal community is close-knit and it takes time to live down a reputation of any sort if you acquire one, even if you change firms.But in general I felt less like I was getting some kind of inside look, and more like the book was her personal complaining session about coworkers, clients, and bosses whose perspective and approach to life differed from her own.
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Excellent Reference and Classroom Book
This is simply the best reference and classroom book on the market - hands down.Cynthia tought this college class for years based on her own material, basically because there simply wasn't a book on the market that met her high standards.Additionally, she has toured through out the US providing live seminars on the contents of this book to sellout crowds.(PS, don't worry about the disgruntled student that used this forum to slandar the author.That student is now flipping burgers for living and couldn't appreciate a high-standard instructor)

terrible book and person
she is a terrible author, i know her personally and she is the meanest person you will ever meet.

A Very Useful Resource
I found Civil Interviewing and Investigation for Paralegals by Cynthia Bandars Schroeder to be interesting, practical, and full of valuable charts, tables, forms and checklists.In addition to providing astep-by-step approach to interviewing and investigation starting with thebasics and continuing through the more complex topics of non-verbalcommunication , emotional issues, and difficult clients, the authorincludes detailed lists of public, private, internet and print resourcesthat everyone can use.The book is user-friendly and extremely wellorganized.Each chapter has a short summary at the end for quick referenceand the information in the appendices will keep this book on top of thedesk rather than on the bookshelf. ... Read more

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definitely helpful
This book is recommended to any paralegals or legal secretaries or anyone considering a career as such.
Everything a Legal Staffer Needs to Know
I've been a legal secretary since 1995. Earlier this year, I found myself out of work and out of luck. After 10 months of unemployment and no serious leads, I got desperate.
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Specific paralegal advice on building the biz
HOW TO START A BANKRUPTCY FORMS PROCESSING SERVICE is packed with knowledge needed to set up and perform a freelance bankruptcy forms processing service for attorneys: it holds nearly three hundred pages of specific paralegal advice on how to build such a business, provides the knowledge needed to draft the forms and understand how bankruptcy schedules work, and includes instructions on the Chapter 13 plan. Victoria Ring has given seminars and training on her business and these three packages represent the sum of her extensive background and experiences: invaluable training for paralegal efforts.
Good ideas, good opportunity
The meat of this info is well written and is a great idea.Gives a good background and she is definately knowlegable. There is a lot of filler, such as how to buy office supplies, etc.I would have liked more marketing info, that is available on a seperate ($$) CD.

A solid guide with everything the reader needs to know
Author and paralegal Victoria Ring (one of the first paralegals in the country to set up an internet-based service dedicated to aiding bankruptcy attorneys), How To Start A Bankruptcy Forms Processing Service is a solid guide packed with everything the reader needs to know about improving one's skill as a bankruptcy paralegal or bankruptcy forms processor, and get a freelance bankruptcy forms processing business off the ground. Chapters address the beginning steps of setting up a business from ground zero, including structuring one's client base and selecting the right office supplies, to the nuts and bolts of performing one's jobs, assessing one's clients (for example, recognizing when a debtor could be hiding assets), marketing chapter 13 services to bankruptcy attorneys, managing one's business, tips, tricks, techniques, and insights, and much more. An absolute "must-have" for anyone seeking to organize, promote, or improve the service of their own bankruptcy forms business.
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