LEAS 121 - American Law for Paralegals

Institution:

San Juan College

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Description:

This course is designed to introduce the paralegal student to the American legal system. The course begins with historical and philosophical foundations of the American legal system in order to better understand the policies and concepts of the legal system. The course then focuses on state and tribal legislative processes and administrative agencies. The course provides an introduction to the structure of the federal and state court systems and the method by which lawsuits are initiated and resolved. Prerequisites: ENGL 099 or APEN 085 and RDNG 113 or APRD 081. Corequisites: LEAS 120 and LEAS 126. Semester offer: Spring.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sanjuancollege.edu

Phone Number:

(505) 326-3311

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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