Intro Terms

Question 1

Privileged Communication

Answer 1

Interactions that may not be used against the client in a legal matter, and must remain private.

Question 2

Paralegal

Answer 2

A person who assists an attorney in advocating on behalf of a client or who works for a corporate or government entity dealing with legal matters, and who, in the course of this advocacy, may create legal documents, investigate relevant facts, conduct legal research, interview clients and witnesses, and perform any other tasks that an attorney may perform, except give legal advice or act as a legal representative on behalf of another in a court of law.

Question 3

Respondeat Superior

Answer 3

A legal doctrine that makes a lawyer (or employer) responsible for the actions of their paralegals (or employees).