The Paralegal Professional (5th edition)|
Questions and Answers 2025|
[True/False] Solved
A paralegal is authorized to offer legal advice to clients without the supervision of an attorney.
False
Paralegals can perform legal research, draft documents, and assist with client interviews under
the supervision of an attorney.
True
Continuing legal education (CLE) is optional for paralegals once they have been certified.
False
Overhead expenses are recoverable from clients if specified in the fee agreement between the
attorney and client.
False
Paralegals can sign legal documents on behalf of clients if they have been given specific
permission by the attorney.
False
1
,Paralegals must comply with confidentiality and attorney-client privilege in all tasks they
perform.
True
Paralegals are prohibited from representing clients in court in any capacity.
True
A paralegal’s primary role is to manage the attorney's calendar and ensure the timely filing of
court documents.
False
Bankruptcy law primarily deals with resolving financial disputes involving businesses and
individuals.
True
Paralegals must always follow the ethical rules set forth by the American Bar Association
(ABA).
True
A paralegal can conduct discovery and prepare trial exhibits under an attorney’s supervision.
True
In certain states, a paralegal may draft a simple will under the supervision of an attorney.
2
, True
Paralegals are required to maintain legal malpractice insurance in all states.
False
Legal ethics rules are identical across all states and apply to all paralegals nationwide.
False
Paralegals can assist clients with interpreting legal documents and providing legal opinions.
False
In a criminal case, a paralegal may assist the attorney with client interviews and evidence
gathering.
True
Paralegals can represent clients in legal matters in certain jurisdictions without an attorney’s
supervision.
False
Paralegals are not permitted to give legal advice, but they may explain legal concepts to clients
as long as they do not offer opinions.
True
3
, The role of a paralegal is strictly administrative and does not involve interacting with clients or
drafting legal documents.
False
Paralegals are prohibited from practicing law or engaging in any activities that would be
considered the unauthorized practice of law.
True
Paralegals must maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the rules of procedure and local court rules.
True
A paralegal can specialize in various areas of law, such as family law, criminal law, and corporate
law.
True
Paralegals must submit progress reports to the supervising attorney regarding all cases they
handle.
True
Paralegals can give clients a legal opinion about the outcome of a case based on their research.
False
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Questions and Answers 2025|
[True/False] Solved
A paralegal is authorized to offer legal advice to clients without the supervision of an attorney.
False
Paralegals can perform legal research, draft documents, and assist with client interviews under
the supervision of an attorney.
True
Continuing legal education (CLE) is optional for paralegals once they have been certified.
False
Overhead expenses are recoverable from clients if specified in the fee agreement between the
attorney and client.
False
Paralegals can sign legal documents on behalf of clients if they have been given specific
permission by the attorney.
False
1
,Paralegals must comply with confidentiality and attorney-client privilege in all tasks they
perform.
True
Paralegals are prohibited from representing clients in court in any capacity.
True
A paralegal’s primary role is to manage the attorney's calendar and ensure the timely filing of
court documents.
False
Bankruptcy law primarily deals with resolving financial disputes involving businesses and
individuals.
True
Paralegals must always follow the ethical rules set forth by the American Bar Association
(ABA).
True
A paralegal can conduct discovery and prepare trial exhibits under an attorney’s supervision.
True
In certain states, a paralegal may draft a simple will under the supervision of an attorney.
2
, True
Paralegals are required to maintain legal malpractice insurance in all states.
False
Legal ethics rules are identical across all states and apply to all paralegals nationwide.
False
Paralegals can assist clients with interpreting legal documents and providing legal opinions.
False
In a criminal case, a paralegal may assist the attorney with client interviews and evidence
gathering.
True
Paralegals can represent clients in legal matters in certain jurisdictions without an attorney’s
supervision.
False
Paralegals are not permitted to give legal advice, but they may explain legal concepts to clients
as long as they do not offer opinions.
True
3
, The role of a paralegal is strictly administrative and does not involve interacting with clients or
drafting legal documents.
False
Paralegals are prohibited from practicing law or engaging in any activities that would be
considered the unauthorized practice of law.
True
Paralegals must maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the rules of procedure and local court rules.
True
A paralegal can specialize in various areas of law, such as family law, criminal law, and corporate
law.
True
Paralegals must submit progress reports to the supervising attorney regarding all cases they
handle.
True
Paralegals can give clients a legal opinion about the outcome of a case based on their research.
False
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