PLGL 210 - Computer Applications in Law;3 credits

Institution:

Brookdale Community College

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Description:

This course is designed to familiarize paralegals with the various use of computers and technology in a law office. This includes: 1) computerized legal and factual research using online for fee services (Westlaw and/or Lexis), CD ROM products and Internet resources; 2) software applications in document preparation, file management and law office management; 3) word processing; 4) electronic filing of litigation documents; 5) email; and 6) other law office technology such as fax machines, scanners, etc. Students who are unskilled in the use of computers and/or keyboarding should take the following courses(s): OADM 106, the ABC's of PC's and/or OADM 105,Keyboarding. (Prerequisites: PLGL 105 and PLGL 106)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.brookdalecc.edu

Phone Number:

(732) 224-2345

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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