LAW 131 - Legal Research and Writing I

Institution:

Johnson County Community College

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Description:

Prerequisites: Admission to the paralegal program and BOT 106 or program administrator approval This course will introduce the student to the types of specialized informational resources used to perform legal research, including both print and electronic media. The student will become familiar with the major characteristics of these resources and how to use them. The student will learn how to design a research strategy, and will learn a systematic method for researching legal issues and managing the legal research process. Numerous opportunities will be provided for skill development in the use of the these resources. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jccc.edu

Phone Number:

(913) 469-8500

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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