How and When to Be Your Own Lawyer: A Step-by-Step Guide to Effectively Using Our Legal System, Second Edition

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Penguin, 2001年1月1日 - 432 頁
“A thorough, careful examination of the ins and outs of self-representation . . . the text is as interesting as practical.” –Library Journal

“A valuable read for every entrepreneur. Knowing the legal system will not only put you at ease, but will immensely help in making you a better and more effective client when working with an attorney.” –Entrepreneur

If you’re having problems with a business deal that’s soured, an unresponsive landlord, or the guy who totaled your car, you can turn to the courts for relief. But if you think there is only one way to proceed, think again. In this country, there is a tradition of self-help law that is as much a part of our heritage as mom, apple pie, and the American flag. It’s called pro se—legal self-representation—and it may be the answer for you.

In this, the updated second edition of How and When to Be Your Own Lawyer—one of the most successful self-help law books ever published—authors Robert Schachner and Marvin Quittner, Esq., provide the average person with a no-nonsense guide to using the American legal system. Written in plain English, How and When to Be Your Own Lawyer leads you through the maze of legal processes principles—step by step—from making a realistic appraisal of your case to collecting a judgment. It provides information on drawing up a complaint, using a law library, devising strategy, assembling evidence, filing motions, and preparing and presenting your case in court, including advice on how to deal with an opposing attorney when proceeding pro se. The authors also offer clear explanations of legal terms and historical background that helps to make sense of many puzzling aspects of the law, all highlighted by real-life case histories.

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Point of Decision
19
Using a Law Library
37
Proceeding Pro Se
63
Stopping the Clock
89
Discovery
107
Documentation
135
Offensive Action
171
Damages
189
Pretrial Procedures
245
Conducting Your Trial
261
ReconsiderationAppeals
293
Civil Enforcement Collecting a Judgment
319
Summation
335
Dont Get Mad Get Even
361
Pretrial Stipulation
377
References
395

Settlement Strategy
207
Mediation and Arbitration
223

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Robert W. Schachner studied at Carnegie Mellon University and Duquesne University journalism school. He is a music producer and consultant to Lyra Productions America, Inc., with responsibility for all product development for Getaway Recordings, Who’s Who in Jazz, and New Age Music record labels, among others. He is the author of The Official Scrabble Word Finder and Last Words in the English Language.

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