LAW 201 - Law Office Management

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week Recommended Preparation: Credit in or qualification for ENG 100 or ENG 160. Comment: LAW 201 may not be audited. LAW 201 trains the student in analyzing the fundamental objectives of the management of a law office, the various machines used in a law office, basic indexing and filing principles, and accounting methods. It includes training in the development and use of systemization in the law office in the expectation of increasing efficiency to reduce legal costs. Upon successful completion of LAW 201, the student should be able to: Explain general management concepts and systems applicable to law practices. Orient and train new employees and understand employee motivation theories. Describe the various types of attorney fee arrangements and billings. List the factors to be considered in creating a reliable system for transmitting and filing legal documents and information pertinent to the law practice. Explain the operation and maintenance of the firm's law library. Design and implement an office procedures manual.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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