Combining theories and principles of law with practical skills, McCord/Teppers THE LITIGATION PARALEGAL: A SYSTEMS APPROACH, 7th edition, gives students an engaging, highly visual overview of the role of the paralegal in todays legal settings. Detailed exhibits, forms, checklists and practical tips illustrate the realities of paralegal work, while the books proven step-by-step law office litigation system stresses organizational skills and quality control techniques. The new edition covers the latest electronic discovery issues and the associated ethical and practical responsibilities of the lawyer and paralegal as well as work-life balance in the legal profession and the impact of social media in the litigation setting. A wide range of new and updated cases, assignments, key terms and study questions help students master the content, and new assignments emphasize the importance of ethics.