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1001 legal words you need to know / edited by Jay M. Feinman and James E. Clapp. - 1st. ed. - New York : Oxford University Press, 2003. - xvi, 239 p. ; 22 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 235-239).

1. Introduction:
2. 1001 Legal Words You Need To Know;
3. Choosing a lawyer;
4. Understanding a Contract;
5. Common Law and the Civil Law;
6. Making a Living Will;
7. What is Power of attorney?
8. Thinking About Law School;
9. What are legal ethics?
10. What to Do if You're Being Sued;
11. Understanding Wills, Trusts, and Intestate Succession;
12. Watching Lawyer Shows;
13. State-by-State Legal Aid.

ISBN: 0195165039 (hbk.) 9780195165036 (hbk.)

LCCN: 2003009869

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Law--United States--Dictionaries.

Dewey Class. No.: 340.03 FEI