LAW 5010 - Administrative Practice

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Villanova University

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Description: Administrative agencies serve a vital role in our government. Agencies establish legislative policy by interpreting statutes and promulgating rules which have the force and effect of law. To promulgate these rules, agencies are required to follow the specific procedures of the Administrative Procedure Act. The purpose of this course is to familiarize students with these regulatory procedures and to introduce the role of the policy attorney in the administrative rulemaking scheme. Policy attorneys may work directly for a government agency or may work at a private sector firm representing clients such as businesses, trade associations and interest groups. These attorneys must develop a thorough understanding of agency regulations and constantly monitor proposed rules on behalf of their client. The attorney's responsibility is to inform the client of how a proposed rule, if enacted, will affect the client's interests. Additionally, policy attorneys often draft and submit comments to administrative agencies to persuade these agencies to act in their client's best interest. Students will develop an understanding of the Administrative Procedure Act, the Code of Federal Regulations, and the Federal Register. Students will learn how to research and monitor agency rules and will be expected to focus on a pending rule over the course of the semester. Practical coursework includes: drafting memoranda explaining the background and status of their chosen rule, attending a public hearing, and presenting the testimonies given at that hearing to the class. The principal writing assignment for the semester will be to develop a position on the proposed rule and to draft and submit a persuasive comment presenting that position to the appropriate agency. 3.00credit(s) Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Law School

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.villanova.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 519-4500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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