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Legal
Assistant Technology
LGLA 1401.
Legal Research and Writing. (4-3-3)
This
course provides a working knowledge of fundamentals of effective
legal research and writing. Topics include law library techniques,
computer assisted legal research, briefs, and legal memoranda. Lab
Fee: $15.00.
LGLA 1307.
Law and the Legal Profession. (3-3-0)
This
course is a comprehensive overview of the legal system and the role
of the legal assistant within the system. The course focuses on the
major principles and functions of our legal system, and introduces
the students to various legal fields and special topics.
LGLA 1219.
Legal Ethics. (2-2-0)
This
course examines the moral responsibilities and duties a member of
the legal profession owes to the public, to the court, to
professional brethren and to clients.
LGLA 1345.
Civil Litigation. (3-3-0)
A survey
of the principles of the preparation for trial of both civil and
criminal cases. Students will draft pleadings, motions, and other
documents required for civil or criminal action.
LGLA 1351.
Contracts. (3-3-0)
This
course presents fundamental concepts of contract law with emphasis
on the paralegal's role. Topics include formation, performance, and
enforcement of contracts under the common law and the Uniform
Commercial Code.
LGLA 1353.
Wills, Trusts, and Probate Administration. (3-3-0)
Explores
the legal concepts of wills and trusts and the fundamental
principles of law applicable to each. The organization and
jurisdiction of the probate court and an analysis of estate
administration and fiduciary accounting are also covered.
LGLA 1355.
Family Law. (3-3-0)
Prerequisite:
BUSI 2301 or approval by Dean.
A variety
of topics are explored in this course including: divorce,
separation, custody, legitimization, adoption, change of name,
guardianship support, domestic relations court procedures, and
separation agreements.
LGLA 2303.
Torts and Personal Injury Law. (3-3-0)
Prerequisite:
BUSI 2301 and LEGA 1372 or approval by Dean.
This
course presents fundamental concepts of tort law with emphasis on
the paralegal's role. Topics include intentional torts, negligence,
and strict liability.
LGLA 2305.
Legal Relations & Interviewing. (3-3-0)
This
course provides training in interviewing techniques, negotiation and
counseling. Role-playing and video tapes will be utilized to assist
in the development of verbal communication skills. Additionally,
important human relation concepts and skills will be emphasized.
LGLA 2307.
Law office Management. (3-3-0)
This
course presente the fundamentals of law office management and
organization including basic principles and structure of management,
administrative and substantive systems in the law office, and law
practice technology.
LGLA 2313.
Criminal Law and Procedure. (3-3-0)
This
course introduces the criminal justice system including procedures
from arrest to final disposition, principles of federal and state
law, and the preparation of pleadings and motions.
LGLA 2380.
Cooperative Education-Paralegal/Legal Asst.(3-1-20)
Mixture
of academic and work-related activities in student's major. College
cooperates with employing supervisor in setting and achieving
learning objectives. Weekly seminars in conjunction with on-the-job
training. Lab Fee: $15.00.
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