Author Archives: Zehava Schechter
It is better to have a printed textbook than an e-book
Dear Students,
I understand that if you use an e-book, you will NOT be allowed to use the e-book during any exam. Therefore, it is better for you to use a printed textbook.
Articles re: interviewing, working in a law firm, and paralegal ethics.
Interview Questions Paralegal’s Take on Law Firm Challenges What Attorneys think of paralegals Paralegal Ethics
Here are some interesting articles about interviewing, working in a law firm, and paralegal ethics requirements.
Articles re: Ethics
Dear Students,
It is very important to always act in an ethical, legal manner. Please see the attached articles which show you how not to act.
Sample Document Checklist
Dear Students,
Attached is a sample document checklist for use when meeting with clients for the first time.
Checklists are an effective way to ensure that you are not forgetting any topics or questions when meeting with clients.
Required ‘Law Themed’ Book Report
Dear students,
Attached is a 2-page list of acceptable books for your required ‘Law Theme’ Book Report.
In addition, I am allowing Dale Carnegie’s “How to Win Friends and Influence People” as an acceptable book.
Please advise me as to which book you are choosing via e-mail to my CUNY account by October 27, 2017.
Thank you.
Court Observation Report
Please review the rubric and instructions before the next class. Thank you.
Please check to make sure that your registered e-mail address for this course is correct.
Dear Students:
Please check to make sure that your registered e-mail address for this course is correct.
2 of the e-mail addresses registered for the class bounced back and could not be delivered.
Post-class 1 notes
Dear Students:
We had a good class today and I look forward to getting to know you better during the continuation of the semester.
If you were not in class today, please e-mail me and do not reply to this message.
As listed on my syllabus, please purchase the required textbook and keep up with the homework assignments. Please also get your ID card, activate your library card, and access my Open Lab course pages – SchechterLaw1101 Fall 2017 via the main college website under quick links.
Just a reminder that we will meet at the library by the circulation desk next Friday at the beginning of class (11:30 a.m.) Please be on time or you will miss the tour and presentation.
If you have any questions, please let me know.
Have a good weekend.
Zehava Schechter