Using Computers in the Law Office

FROM THE PUBLISHER

The third edition of Using Computers in the Law Office reviews computer skills for legal assistants in a practical, hands-on manner. The book uses many updated legal-specific examples, charts, tables, exercises, step-by-step explanations, case histories, and software to make it easy to use and understand. The latest technologies are covered including a whole new chapter on the Internet and electronic mail, and descriptions of the latest software and hardware. An expanded ethics section is included in each chapter and a complete chapter on how to avoid malpractice with computers is also included. New case histories have been added throughout the book to emphasize how computer technology is being used to win cases and to practice law more efficiently and effectively.

Features:Current legal software is included with the bookScreen shots of current software products allow readers to view the software being used in legal-specific waysCurrent case histories of computer use in litigation enable readers to bridge the gap between learning and using technologyEthical considerations for each chapter help readers to understand ethical responsibilities that are relative to computer technology.

SYNOPSIS

Provides legal assistants with the essential concepts needed to understand and use computers for an array of applications. Basic computer hardware and software issues are covered, as well as word processing, spreadsheets, database management, legal timekeeping, billing, case management, and docket control software. Coverage also includes litigation support software, the Internet and electronic mail, computer assisted legal research and CD-ROM legal databases, courthouse applications including presentation graphics, and specialized legal software. Two enclosed CD-ROMs provide educational demo software. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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