Unit 1 Exam Review

An attorney asks a paralegal to complete a research assignment by the end of the day. The paralegal finishes early and double-checks the work for accuracy. This is an example of:

• Procrastination

• Professionalism

• Confidentiality breach

• Insubordination

A legal assistant overhears coworkers joking about a client’s case in the breakroom. What is the BEST action?

• Join the conversation

• Ignore them to avoid conflict

• Report the behavior to a supervisor

• Ask them to stop and remind them of confidentiality

Which role is responsible for summarizing depositions and preparing discovery documents?

• Bailiff

• Court reporter

• Paralegal

• Clerk

A receptionist in a law office is asked to greet clients, answer calls, and schedule appointments. These duties are part of:

• Administrative support in the legal industry

• Judicial responsibilities

• Legal research training

• Enforcement of laws

Why is keeping client information private a critical part of legal work?

• It helps attorneys win cases

• It ensures trust and protects clients’ rights

• It prevents judges from being biased

• It avoids excessive paperwork

A firm has a policy that all new clients complete a written questionnaire before the first meeting. This document is an example of:

• Discovery form

• Client intake form

• Case brief

• Subpoena

Which of the following is a legal career found inside the courtroom?

• Court reporter

• Legal recruiter

• Law firm administrator

• Paralegal

A paralegal spends 30 minutes listening carefully while a client explains their situation, then restates the main points to confirm understanding. This is an example of:

• Drafting skills

• Active listening

• Legal research

• Memorization

A professional is responsible for creating an official transcript of everything said in court. Which career is this?

• Bailiff

• Judge

• Paralegal

• Court reporter

A legal assistant who consistently arrives late for work demonstrates poor:

• Confidentiality

• Punctuality

• Respect

• Research skills