What are the steps that may be taken in organizing a new case file? What information should be included initially? What information may be added later?
What will be an ideal response?
The first step is to determine whether a paper or electronic file will be used. The preferences of the attorney assigned to the case will determine how the file is arranged, regardless of whether it is paper or electronic.
A case file can be arranged in many ways. Typically, the arrangement is whatever works best for the attorney assigned to the case. This may mean the file is arranged first with general files, such as pleadings, correspondence and legal research. As the case proceeds, more documents are created and more information becomes available, general files may be broken into more specific sub-files.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
After Carl’s arrest, his appointed counsel informs him that the police want to stage a live, physical lineup. Carl is brought to a room where there is a one-way mirror and several other people who look more or less like Carl. However, just before the lineup, Carl’s attorney is prevented from attending. The victim positively identifies Carl as the attacker. Will this identification be admitted at trial?
a. Yes, because the lineup was constitutionally valid. b. Yes, because Carl’s attorney had no right to be present. c. No, because Carl did not consent to the lineup. d. No, because Carl’s attorney had the right to be present.
Graphics used during the pretrial settlement process are
a. barred from use at trial by the rules of evidence b. protected by work product privilege. c. seldom used at trial because they are already revealed. d. often used as trial exhibits.
Individuals may not file under Chapter 11 of the Code.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)