What are the ethical issues involved in performing unbundled legal services for clients?
What will be an ideal response?
There will need to be a clear agreement with an explanation of available options, a detailed list of activities that will and/or will not be performed, fees, a full disclosure clause for the client, an option to expand the scope later, details concerning responsibility for expenses, and an outline of and timeline for the divorce process. Attorneys fear being held for the overall success of the proceeding, even though they may have had only limited input. The client should be identified as pro se, with limited legal services provided.
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Describe the role of the paralegal in drafting a separation agreement
What will be an ideal response?
Spouses in a void marriage may still receive a share of the marital property
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Conversion requires the intent to
a. dispossess or to intermeddle b. exercise dominion or control c. harm the property d. intrude on the property of another
Although the bankruptcy court schedules the mandatory 341 creditors meeting, the paralegal may also be responsible for scheduling other hearings through the bankruptcy court
A) Portal B) Clerk's office C) Trustee D) Reporter