Discuss the tasks that paralegals are not permitted to engage in while working with a licensed attorney. Explain the reasoning for each task discussed.

A client wants you to represent her in a civil lawsuit. Explain your state's court system (choose the state you plan to work in when you graduate). Your goal is to provide an explanation that covers the entire process, from the beginning until the final appeal for a state issue (do not discuss federal courts).

Explain "jurisdiction" and how it applies to civil cases. Discuss the various forms of jurisdiction that exist.