PACE Exam Information and Guideline
NFPA Paralegal Advanced Competency Exam
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Test Details:
- Exam Name: Social-Work-Board PACE NFPA Paralegal Advanced Competency Exam
- Exam Format: Multiple-choice questions
- Exam Duration: 3 hours
- Passing Score: Varies (set by the National Federation of Paralegal Associations)
- Prerequisites: Completion of a paralegal education program or equivalent work experience
- Certification Validity: Valid for a specified period, typically 2-3 years
Course Outline: Social-Work-Board PACE NFPA Paralegal Advanced Competency Exam
I. Legal Research and Writing
A. Conducting legal research using various sources
B. Analyzing and synthesizing legal information
C. Drafting legal documents and correspondence
II. Substantive Legal Areas
A. Contract law
B. Tort law
C. Criminal law
D. Family law
E. Real estate law
F. Intellectual property law
III. Procedural Knowledge
A. Civil litigation procedures
B. Administrative law procedures
C. Appellate procedures
D. Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods
IV. Ethics and Professional Responsibility
A. Understanding legal ethics and professional conduct rules
B. Maintaining client confidentiality
C. Recognizing conflicts of interest
D. Upholding professional standards
V. Technology and Legal Practice
A. Utilizing technology tools for legal research and document management
B. Electronic discovery (e-discovery) processes
C. Legal software and databases
Exam Objectives:
- Demonstrate proficiency in legal research techniques and effective writing skills
- Apply substantive legal knowledge in various areas of law
- Understand and navigate procedural rules and processes in legal practice
- Uphold ethical standards and professional responsibilities
- Utilize technology tools relevant to the paralegal profession
Syllabus:
The syllabus for the Social-Work-Board PACE NFPA Paralegal Advanced Competency Exam will cover the following topics:
- Legal Research and Writing
- Substantive Legal Areas
- Procedural Knowledge
- Ethics and Professional Responsibility
- Technology and Legal Practice