T or F The doctrine known as laches requires plaintiffs to present written claims to defendants prior to filing lawsuits.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
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Dawne is a paralegal working in a family law practice. Her supervisor, Attorney Rabb, is out of the office due to a medical emergency when a new client, Daniela, comes in for a previously scheduled initial appointment. Rather than cancel and inconvenience her, Dawne meets with Daniela. She asks about what kind of assistance the client is seeking and records basic facts such as contact
information. Because the client is seeking a divorce, she provides her with a copy of documents available in the office reception area such as a blank financial statement form, a blank child support guidelines worksheet, and a "Frequently Asked Questions" sheet developed by the supervising attorney. Dawne advises Daniela that the divorce will cost approximately $10,000. Which of the following statements is accurate with respect to the paralegal's conduct in this situation? A) It was unethical for Dawne to participate in an interview and she should have cancelled the appointment. B) It was unethical for Dawne to quote a fee to the client. C) It was unethical for Dawne to provide the client with copies of documents and forms available in the firm's reception area. D) It was unethical for Dawne to gather and record basic contact information about the client.
When describing telephone calls on the time sheet, include the ____________________ and the ____________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Service of process refers to the presentation to the defendant of a copy of the complaint along with a(n)?
A. ?memorandum. B. ?notice. C. ?answer. D. ?summons.
Which of the following is/are true about escape from prison?
A) Misdemeanor convicts who escape are guilty of misdemeanor escape. B) Felony convicts who escape are guilty of felony escape. C) A person convicted of aiding a prisoner escaping is guilty of aiding escape. D) Many states allow duress as a defense to escape. E) all of the above