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A Paralegal's Guide to Researching and Investigating

  • 04/24/2024
  • 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Webcast

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Program Description

Practical Insights on Conducting Legal Investigations

Whether you're new to the paralegal practice, or you've got years of experience under your belt, this course is for you! In this comprehensive program, you'll learn helpful pointers for conducting social media research, delve into top tactics - and legal risks - of using AI in legal research, analyze best practices for requesting public records, and much more. Build your skills - register today!

  • Review best practices for interviewing clients and witnesses.
  • Get practical tips for finding background information and locating individuals.
  • Adopt best practices for obtaining medical and employment records.
  • Discover the legal essentials of combing through financial and tax records.
  • Receive tips for organizing your investigation results.

*Any mention of specific products in this program is intended as part of a general overview and does not constitute IPE's endorsement or recommendation of any specific product or provider. This program is not sponsored by any technology or electronics provider.


Who Should Attend

This intermediate level program is designed to provide attendees with tips and tricks for conducting legal research and investigations. Those who should attend include:

  • Paralegals
  • Legal Technicians
  • Legal Assistants
  • Legal Support Staff

Course Content

  1. Practical Techniques for Interviewing Witnesses and Clients
  2. Finding Background Information and Locating People
  3. Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) While Conducting Legal Research: Top Tactics and Legal Risks
  4. Paralegal Pointers for Obtaining and Analyzing Employment and Medical Records
  5. Top Tips for Requesting Public Agency and Private Business Records
  6. Sifting Through Tax and Financial Records
  7. Best Practices for Organizing the Results of Your Investigation
  8. Ethical Considerations for Paralegals

Washington State Paralegal Association
1402 Lake Tapps Parkway SE
Ste. F104/PMB133
Auburn, WA. 98092

206.653.7259

info@wspaonline.org

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