LEG 205 - Introduction to Legal Studies II:Fundamentals of Law and Legal Ethics

Institution:

College of Our Lady of the Elms

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Description:

With an emphasis on critical reasoning and researching skills, this is a continuation of Legal Studies I. Students will further develop their skills of legal analysis, research, and writing in the context of learning the basics of various substantive areas of law, including business organizations, torts, contracts, and property law. In addition to being the focus of an independent unit, specific topics in legal ethics will be discussed throughout the course. Students subscribe to Lexis and are introduced to the basics of performing online research. Prerequisite: LEG 204.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.elms.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 594-2761

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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