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LEGAL MATERIAL I HAVE FOUND FOR SELL ON THE INTERNET

Here is a list of books dealing with law that is available to you. These books if purchased through these links will help fund the continuing endeavors fo the People's Legal Front. I have found that some of these products may be purchased for less here than I have paid for mine. Many of these publications are considered necessary to have credablity in court. Good Luck and Happy Reading!! Lee Martin President of the People's Legal Front.

BLACK'S LAW DICTIONARY

This is the back bone of a law library with out it who knows what is being said. As good as the online dictionaries are they in no way compare with having this publication in your hands.

Magnificent, comprehensive dictionary, covering definitions thoroughly. Also contains legal maxims (latin), which are very useful, and a copy of the U.S. Constitution and the Universal Human Rights Declaration. A must have for any lawyer, or anyone whose activities involve the law (basically everyone).

The full hardback edition of the dictionary is a must own, as it contains everything that Black's has to offer. In addition, I strongly recommend law students purchase a compact pocket book edition to carry with you to class at all times. The pocket book edition is relatively inexpensive, under $10, so it will only add slightly to the overwhelming cost of books in law school. However, in whatever form you choose to buy, this dictionary is a must own, unless you are fluent in Latin.

PRE TRIAL LITIGATION

All litigants must know pretrial litigation. It is important to properly prepare the case before appearing for trial. Pre trial is where all issues of law are determined. The trial is to determine issues of fact and render judgment upon the law as it applies to these facts. What will be allowed in court in the way of evidence is determined by pretrial motions. If you do not know only allows your opposition to take advantage of you in court.

Pretrial motions also deal with the discovery process. Discovery is very important as you may not be able to enter into evidence facts not previously disclosed. My advice is to learn pretrial motions and evidence. I have not read this book. I have used West Publishing's book on Missouri Evidence and feel that West's Evidence give the pro se an advantage in that most attorneies do not seem to know the rules of evidence. This book is however on the Internet for sell. West's books although available is written in more "legalaze". Lee

REPRESENT YOURSELF IN COURT

Whether dealing with a personal injury claim, a landlord-tenant dispute, a small business disagreement or any of the dozens of other possible legal issues, this book will help the non-lawyer successfully navigate the complexities of the court system. Thoroughly revised and updated, this second edition includes a new chapter dealing with divorce, child custody, or child support.

You probably can't afford to pay a lawyer upwards of $200 an hour to represent you in a civil lawsuit. Fortunately, with the help of this book, you don't have to. Written in plain English, it breaks down the trial process into easy-to-understand steps so that you can act as your own lawyer - safely and efficiently. Veteran attorneys Bergman and Berman-Barrett tell you what to say, how to say it, even where to stand when you address the judge and jury.

This book shows how to handle a civil court case from start to finish. It covers all aspects of civil trials, including analyzing whether you have a good case, lining up persuasive witnesses, knowing how and when to present testimony in court, cross-examining opponents and even picking a jury. Anyone handling a personal injury claim, a landlord-tenant dispute, a small business dispute or the like will find this book invaluable

NOLO'S DEPOSITION HANDBOOK

Court cases are never as quick and tidy as television dramas would have us believe. In fact, most civil disputes are settled long before a judge has a chance to pound a gavel. That's why pretrial fact-finding procedures such as depositions play an increasingly important role in legal quarrels. In fact, it's not uncommon for a deposition to be the only testimony given. All of this explains why Nolo's Deposition Handbook can be such a useful resource. For the uninitiated, depositions are the process that enable either party in a lawsuit to question the other, as well as other witnesses, under oath before a trial begins. To prepare readers, authors (and attorneys) Paul Bergman and Albert Moore do a commendable job of dealing with real-life issues, such as what to do--and not to do--in preparation for a deposition, what to do if you're asked to bring documents to a deposition, how far you can be required to travel, and how to deal with trick questions that many lawyers love to ask. Three "Golden Rules" are also offered to help people through the deposition process. Put simply, the rules are to listen to the entire question and then answer only that question; answer truthfully and completely; and if you don't understand a question, don't answer it. The tone of the entire book acknowledges--without being condescending--that legal arenas are an area where novices feel quite underqualified. For example, the authors warn against engaging in seemingly harmless chit-chat with a companion before and during breaks in a deposition. The reason is one that most non-lawyers would be hard-pressed to imagine: Deposing counsel can ask the companion to reveal what the deponent said. Of course, readers intrigued by that line of thinking will thoroughly enjoy the last half of the book, which is devoted to those interested in representing themselves in legal matters. --John Russell

I would add to Mr. Russell's dialog that depositions are a form of discovery. The depositions I have been involved in have been used to the detriment of the pro se litigant. Many attornies see depositions and the associated cost as punishment that they can enforce upon the pro se. Most Attornies have much more experience with this form of testimony than that of trial testimony, as most cases are settled out of court. If you are being diposed or are diposing someone else you must know this information to win. Lee

FAMILY RELATION VISA KIT

I am a 26-year-old female law student who recently married a man from Bombay, India. For a year before your marriage I collected various information and asked various legal sources as to the procedure for acquiring a family-based immigrant visa. I was surfing the net when I came to your web site and took a chance on ordering your product. By the time your product was delivered to me, I had received forms from the INS; however, to my dismay some of the forms from the INS were outdated, whereas your forms were up to date. In addition, your packet was very thorough, complete, simple, comphrensive with all required forms and explanations; and after inquiring with immigration professors at my law school--your packet was accurate.

I read and re-read your packet before going to get married in Bombay, India,because if I forgot to get a certain form or correct photograph of my husband I would then have a heck of a time retrieving the information after I returned to the U.S. While I was in Bombay I followed your packet, filled out the forms, and collected all the required forms, documents, pictures,and other verification for the petition. I had no other authority buy your packet. After returninbg to the states, I submitted the paperwork and to my delight, all the instructions that your packet included were correct and up to date (expecially the filling fee).

Recently, I was contacted by the National Visa Center and told to be ready to submit another Affidavit of Support tothe U.S. Consulate in Bombay. I wanted up-to-date forms so I called American Immigration Center and ordered five forms, not only was the operator helpful she knew what she was talking about. She guided me to the correct fforms and processes in order to fill out the forms.

I would only add that I have had many requests for information on immigration. I am not up on the federal immigration laws and feel severly under informed to comment. I beleive all peoples should have access to the law, including administrative law. I hope that this helps people; although, I must remind you I have not read this publication. Lee

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