The California Family Law Paralegal

The California Family Law Paralegal

The California Family Law Paralegal is today's method for students to learn the theory and practice of their profession within the specific framework of California's laws. Your students will enjoy this topical course book and will refer to it again and again as a valuable desk reference in their daily work as a paralegal.Practical exhibits and examples for students and all levels of paralegals are included, as well as sample tests, test questions, and research projects to round out their education. Some last-minute statutory changes and case law were added just before press time, and more updates (including current judicial council forms) will be provided to you bi-annually as the law continues to change and evolve.This comprehensive textbook for students and practicing paralegals in California covers the basic nuts and bolts of family law practice using a balanced approach of theory and application.These and other important Family Law subjects are covered in depth: Adoptions Child and Spousal Support Custody and Visitation Dissolutions, Legal Separations and Annulments (start to finish) Domestic Violence Enforcement of Family Law Orders "Key Terms" defined in each chapter Glossary of Terms Motions and Orders to Show Cause Paternity Pre-marital, post-marital and Cohabitation Agreements Domestic PartnershipsThe Teacher's Manual is available electronically on a CD or via email. Please contact Beth Hall at bhall@cap-press.com to request a copy."I wish I had this book when taking paralegal courses. It is a comprehensive, useful tool for family law paralegals. I have recommended this book to numerous individuals and members of my local [San Francisco Paralegal] association." - Victoria Newman, RP"Dianna's book is essential for the family law paralegal. It is not only a great textbook, it is an essential desk reference and resource for anyone working in the area of family law." - Jenna Trojanowski, Sacramento Valley Paralegal Association (SVPA)"This book is of so much value to me. I can't tell you how much I have used it!" - Carol Ludlow, California Association of Legal Document Assistants (CALDA)Review"I wish I had this book when taking paralegal courses. It is a comprehensive, useful tool for family law paralegals. I have recommended this book to numerous individuals and members of my local [San Francisco Paralegal] association." --Victoria Newman, RP"Dianna's book is essential for the family law paralegal. It is not only a great textbook, it is an essential desk reference and resource for anyone working in the area of family law." --Jenna Trojanowski, Sacramento Valley Paralegal Association (SVPA)"This book is of so much value to me. I can't tell you how much I have used it!" --Carol Ludlow, California Association of Legal Document Assistants (CALDA)"Dianna's book is essential for the family law paralegal. It is not only a great textbook, it is an essential desk reference and resource for anyone working in the area of family law." --Jenna Trojanowski, Sacramento Valley Paralegal Association (SVPA)"This book is of so much value to me. I can't tell you how much I have used it!" --Carol Ludlow, California Association of Legal Document Assistants (CALDA)About the AuthorDianna Noyes has been a practicing paralegal for over 15 years. Her expertise is primarily in the areas of Family Law, Probate, Estate Planning, and Social Security. She has taught Family Law for over 10 years and Legal Procedures, Terminology and Office Practice at MTI College in Sacramento and with the American Institute for Paralegal Studies. She has also taught numerous Continuing Legal Education courses. She is currently teaching at California University of Pennsylvania.