Intro to Paralegal Exam with Complete Solutions

Which of the following professional organization agree on a definition of a paralegal? - ANSWER-NALA & ABA The term paralegal is often used interchangeably with the term: - ANSWER-Legal assistant Which of the following is true of paralegals? - ANSWER-They may not practice law Most paralegals find employment by what means? - ANSWER-Networking The APC designation means that - ANSWER-A legal assistant has passed a test demonstrating competence in a legal specialty Paralegals typically obtain their training through: - ANSWER-Experience and education The paralegal advanced competency exam PACE can be taken by paralegals who - ANSWER-Have at least 2 years of work experience and meet specific educational requirements How many paralegal education programs exist - ANSWER-Over 1,000 First formal paralegal program began? - ANSWER-In late 1960's Substantive law is law that: - ANSWER-Creates legal rights and legal obligations Example of substantive law: - ANSWER-A law prohibiting employment discrimination An example of procedural law - ANSWER-A law requiring that a complaint be filed to begin a lawsuit Professional association responsible to setting educational standards for Paralegals - ANSWER-AAfPE Legal analysts is critical to a paralegals duties because: - ANSWER-It is integral to helping lawyers formulate arguments Paralegals may discuss client information with - ANSWER-The group working on the case