Legal Research
Memo; analysis of online vs. traditional research; discussion of public online research tools vs. proprietary research tools; assignments from PLA1730
Legal Writing
Client letter; discussion of paralegal /client communication; Complaint (multi-count if possible); inter office memorandum; appellate brief; memo in support of a motion
Computer
Excel; PowerPoint; Word; proprietary software
PowerPoint presentation of an opening or closing; Presentation on expert witnesses; well-designed spreadsheet
Interview/investigation
Interview Qs/investigation project from Intro or Interview and Investigation; Interview of paralegal from Intro class
Professional/ethical
Values and attitudes essay; discussion as to the value of membership in professional organizations
Persuasive letter as to why a firm should hire a graduate of a good legal assistant program; essay on the value of paralegal regulation or registration under the FRP program
