Basic Administrative Law for Paralegals

The clear exposition of Basic Administrative Law for Paralegals ensures that students are truly engaged in the process of building a solid foundation in administrative law and agencies. This up-to-date introduction to the field, written specifically for the paralegal, offers clear explanations of how administrative agencies are created, how they are structured, and how they function. Agency discretion, rules and regulations, clients' rights, investigations, informal and formal proceedings, and judicial review are thoroughly covered. Helpful pedagogy guides students through the material, and examples highlight the role of the paralegal in administrative law practice.

New to the Sixth Edition:

• New Chapter 10 on the Right to Know and the Right to Privacy
• Text thoroughly edited for this edition, with a focus on creating more context for the students and improving understandability of the text
• Substantial updating of the current status of the law, reflecting developments since the previous edition
• New Chapter Preface at the beginning of each chapter to give students a frame of reference for the material that follows

Professors and student will benefit from:

• The flexible organization of chapters lends itself equally well to long or shorter classes.
• Numerous visual aids, such as charts and figures
• Excellent pedagogy that includes examples, chapter summaries, key terms, review questions, crossword puzzles, and lists of websites
• Flexible Student Practice exercises that can be used in the classroom as a written assignment or as voluntary practice for individual students:
  • The Concepts Journal is a practical experience that enables each student to observe, analyze, and write on a pertinent topic in administrative law.
  • Advanced Studies offers an opportunity for more in-depth study on selected topics.
  • State Practice Exercises familiarize the student with state administrative law and agencies in their home jurisdiction.
• A companion workbook, available for download, provides additional exercises and guidance for conducting on-line research of administrative laws, rules, and agencies.
• A chapter dedicated to paralegal skills and careers that delves into career opportunities in both private and public sectors