This easy-to-follow book offers a study of legal ethics and ethical dilemmas from the perspective of the paralegal.
The book includes the ABA Model Rule that applies to attorneys so as to inform the paralegal how to act in accordance
with these rules and better assist attorneys. The NALA and NFPA rules and guidelines focus on practical advice
and information paralegals can use to comply with the pertinent rules of ethics. A discussion of business ethics
prepares readers for the ethical situations they might encounter in working for a law firm, a major corporation,
a government agency or other type of businesses.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: An Introduction to Legal Ethics
Chapter 2: Unauthorized Practice of Law
Chapter 3: Confidentiality
Chapter 4: Conflict of Interest
Chapter 5: Competent, Diligent, and Zealous Representation of the Client
Chapter 6: The Ethics of Legal Fees and Financial Matters
Chapter 7: Maintaining Integrity and Public Respect for the Legal Profession
Chapter 8: Advertising and Solicitation
Chapter 9: Business Ethics for Everyone
Chapter 10: Ethics for the Twenty-First Century
Appendix A: Missouri's Rules of Professional Conduct.
Appendix B: New Hampshire's Guidelines for the Utilization of Legal Assistant Services
Appendix C: Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility of the National Association of Legal Assistants
Appendix D: National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. Model Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility
and Guidelines for Enforcement
Appendix E: Directory of Paralegal Associations
