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Working as an intern at the Anytown, USA law firm of Murphy, Miller & Dorn the student will be introduced to how a busy litigation firm handles a contentious divorce case. The student will assist the office’s attorney and paralegal in all stages of this family matter and will learn how to communicate with an emotional client and draft numerous litigation and discovery documents involving custody, no-fault divorce and settlement.
Among the skills The Law Simulation Series: Family Law will develop and refine are:
- Understanding the role of the paralegal in the delivery of family law legal services
- Knowledge of the basic principles of law and potential areas of conflict in family law
- Ability to draft legal documents relating to family law and family law litigation
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients
- Ability to perform critical analysis of client legal issues
- Ability to practice effective time management