BUSPL 404 - Law Office Operations

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Chaffey College

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Description:

Class hours: 48-54 lecture. Advisory: Completion of Business and Office Technologies 60B and Business: Paralegal Studies 400. Introductory course for students pursuing careers as legal office professionals or individuals currently working in a law office wishing to improve their skills. State and federal court systems, legal terminology, preparation of court documents, and the concepts of civil procedures in various areas of the law operative in California are explored. Topics include: structure of the courts, practices and procedures of the law, terminology and vocabulary, preparation of court documents, an introduction to legal research, legal calendaring, and client contact. Hands-on projects include using MicrosoftWord or CorelWordPerfect to prepare simulated legal writings and complete legal forms. 1402.00

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.chaffey.edu

Phone Number:

(909) 652-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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