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Receive instructions for an assignment
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Communicate your limitations.
If you have limitations let the attorney know at the onset of the communication process or as soon as you notice you are having difficulties. -
Be wiling to accept responsibility.
Approach responsibility enthusiastically and do not do so grudgingly. -
Take notes.
Expect instructions when you see the attorney so be prepared with a pen and notebook. Date your notebook at the beginning of each day as a reminder of when assignment was given. Always note the due date. -
Listen carefully.
Listen carefully and take good notes. Write instructions down. If you do not understand, ask questions. -
Record instructions for later use.
When doing assignments for the first time, type the instructions up for review when called upon to do similar assignments in the future. -
Review the files.
Review files to obtain information that pertains to the assignment. If this is your first time, ask the attorney if you can obtain a sample from anothe rclients file. -
Review the assignment.
Be clear before starting the assignment. If your not certain make a list and ask attorney when he/she has free time. -
Do work in a timely fashion.
Work efficiently and accurately. Keep deadline in mind and review progress periodically. -
Prioritize projects.
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Assemble the finished file neatly.
No smudges should be on documents. Staple in upper left corner. Reread and check for errors. Findout the particular place that the attorney wants the assinment placed.
