An office procedures manual outlines the general procedures and policies that govern the way in which the office is managed. Constitution procedures and crimes, annken davenport, prentice hall3rd edition isbn 978 2011, 05109465. Since the end of apartheid in 1994, the black sash has focussed on the promotion and protection of our hardwon freedoms, particularly in the areas of social and economic rights. Paralegals may work for, or be retained by, lawyers within the legal profession. Legal document preparation manual for the paralegal. Paralegal responsibilities contains a compilation of information from paralegals across the country.
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The second edition includes a new section on ediscovery. Our mission is to work towards the realisation of socioeconomic rights, as outlined in the sa constitution, with emphasis on social security and social protection for the most vulnerable, to reduce poverty and inequality. The 2015 edition includes materials for basic training, advanced training, and for field use. Course material is provided in electronic format on an android tablet inclusive in tuition fees.
The black sash, national alliance for the development of community advice offices nadcao, education and training unit. Jun 12, 2014 contents introduction 3 section one the basics overview 4 defining paralegal what is a paralegal. The paralegal manual is an invaluable tool for anyone who works in the field of development and. Legal document preparation manual spiralbound january 1, 1994 by scott a. It will generally describe in detail the responsibilities and duties of a specific position, especially in an office where there may be a. The additional resources section in it contains numerous pieces of legal information helpful in your daytoday activities as a law enforcement. This book is intended as a guide to creating and maintaining paralegal programs. According to a paralegal specialist at the black sash education and. Introduction black sash was organized as part of south africas antiapartheid movement to mobilize, sensitize, and provide legal services to oppressed communities.
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