a common-sense guide to everyday dilemmas Wehle, Kim creator author text xx New York, N.Y HarperCollins Publishers © 2022 2022 monographic und

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167 pp.: somewhat ill. 20 cm. Introduction Chapter 1: Thinking Like a Lawyer at Work | Chapter 2: Thinking Like a Lawyer in Family Life Desicions | Chapter 3: Thinking Like a Lawyer in Civic Life | Chapter 4: Thinking Like a Lawyer in Health Care Decisions | Chapter 5: Thinking Like a Lawyer in Hiring a Lawyer Conclusion: The B-I-C-A-T Method Revisited Citations Acknowledgements A law professor and author teaches non-attorneys how to think like a lawyer to gain advantage in their lives-whether buying a house, negotiating a salary, or choosing the right healthcare. Lawyers aren't like other people. They often argue points that are best left alone or look for mistakes in menus "just because." While their scrupulous attention to detail may be annoying, it can also be a valuable skill. Do you need to make health care decisions for an aging parent but are unsure where to start? Are you at crossroads in your career and don't know how to move forward? Have you ever been on a jury trying to understand confusing legal instructions? How to Think Like a Lawyer has the answers to help you cut through the confusion and gain an advantage in your everyday life. Kim Wehle identifies the details you need to pay attention to, the questions you should ask, the responses you should anticipate, and the pitfalls you can avoid. Topics include: Selling and buying a home Understanding employment terms Creating a will and health care proxy Navigating health concerns Applying for financial aid Negotiating a divorce Wehle shows you how to break complex issues down into digestible, easier-to-understand pieces that will enable you to make better decisions in all areas of your life. Kim Wehle. Includes bibliographic references in English Lawyers Lawyers FICTION 340.023 W41h 2022 9780063067561 251212 20260803094247.0