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Family Law, 8th Edition

William P. Statsky, Jenna Beck, Peter Wright

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Family Law 8th Edition by William P. Statsky/Jenna Beck/Peter Wright
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Overview

Statsky/Beck/Wright’s “Family Law,” 8th Edition introduces students to modern family law with a practical emphasis on both substantive and procedural law. Students develop an accurate understanding of family law and the role of today’s attorney-paralegal team as they explore evolving issues, including no-fault divorce, assisted reproductive technology, changing concepts of parentage, domestic violence, and the legal implications of advances in science and technology.

Cengage’s learning platform, MindTap, extends this practice with a structured learning path, applied activities, instant feedback, and performance insights that help students understand legal concepts, analyze issues, and work with the actual tools and processes family law professionals use today.

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William P. Statsky

William Statsky has been a member of the ethics committee and the advisory council for the National Federation of Paralegal Associations and a member of the Certifying Board of the National Association of Legal Assistants. He has taught at Columbia Law School, UCLA School of Law, Antioch School of Law and Thomas Edison State College and is the author of numerous groundbreaking legal textbooks for paralegals. He was a member of the transition team for then-President-Elect Ronald Reagan. Mr. Statsky holds a master of law degree (LL.M.) in urban affairs as well as a juris doctorate degree (J.D.).

Jenna Beck

Jenna Beck is an assistant professor and program coordinator for the Law & Paralegal Studies Program at the University of Cincinnati, Clermont. With over 15 years in higher education, she has previously served in both dean and chair roles. She currently serves on several boards, including the Editorial Board for The Legal Educator, the American Association for Paralegal Education’s professional journal. She has been an attorney for over 17 years and is currently completing her dissertation for a Ph.D. in educational leadership.

Peter Wright

Peter Wright is an adjunct professor for the Law & Paralegal Studies Program at the University of Cincinnati. Peter has taught at the post-secondary level for several years, while maintaining a full-time legal career. His professional experience has included work in family law, criminal defense, civil litigation, administrative law and sports law. He currently works in a nonpartisan role as a legislative drafter and analyst for a state legislature.

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  • Students develop critical thinking, research, and professional presentation skills with case studies, writing, and Connect It activities in MindTap.
  • Updated content explores recent developments in family law, the evolving role of the paralegal, and the impact of technology and AI.

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  • In each chapter, students develop an understanding of the paralegal role while building practical research skills through project assignments.
  • Students apply chapter concepts to real-world scenarios through practical assignments, helping them strengthen analysis, investigation, interviewing, and drafting skills.
  • Chapter outlines and learning objectives preview key topics, connect major concepts, and focus on the essential knowledge and skills covered in each chapter.
  • Writing sample assignments give students hands-on experience drafting real family law documents and can be used as professional writing samples when seeking employment.
  • Ethics in a Family Law Practice exercises challenge students to analyze realistic scenarios, identify potential ethical issues, and apply professional standards in practice.
  • End-of-chapter summaries and review questions reinforce learning by helping students review key concepts, assess their understanding, and prepare for quizzes and exams.

Table of Contents

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1. Introduction to Family Law and Practice
2. Ethics in a Family Law Practice
3. Compiling a Family History
4. Premarital, Postnuptial, and Cohabitation Agreements
5. Marriage
6. Annulment
7. Divorce Grounds and Procedure
8. Spousal Support, Property Division, and the Separation Agreement
9. Child Custody
10. Child Support
11. Tax Consequences of Separation and Divorce
12. Evolution of Individual Rights and Family Law Protections
13. Parentage and Parental Rights and Responsibility
14. The Legal Status of Children
15. Adoption
16. Assisted Reproduction and Family Law
17. Torts and Family Law
Appendix A: General Instructions for the Assignments and Projects in the Book
Appendix B: Computer-Generated Reports: The Divorce of Margaret and Nelson Paris
Appendix C: Interrogatories on Financial Assets
Glossary
Index

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  • ISBN-10: 8214602548
  • ISBN-13: 9798214602547
  • RETAIL $244.95
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