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3.00 Credits
This course is one of the requirements of the Paralegal Program. It covers both the theoretical and practical knowledge needed in the planning and probate processes. It covers wills, trusts, and estate administration. The course emphasizes the role of the paralegal in the drafting of estate planning documents and carrying out probate procedures. Emphasis is placed on applicable Illinois law and Federal tax laws. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Completion of Business 149. and Business 222 and Business 219 with a C grade or better. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course is one of the requirements of the AAS Paralegal program. It is a continuation of Legal Research & Writing I and provides in-depth, hands-on exploration of legal research, writing, and analysis. It provides additional experience in legal research, reasoning, analysis, and writing. This course continues to explore the various legal reference sources, both traditional and non-traditional. It continues to develop legal reasoning skills and strategies to analyse legal authority in case law. This is a writing intensive course. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Completion of Business 150 with a C grade or better. 1 lecture and 4 lab hours per week. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course is the final requirement for the AAS Paralegal program. It is designed to enable students to combine classroom training with practical paralegal work experience through supervised on-the-job training in a public or private legal setting. The course covers legal ethics, law office management, interviewing, and job placement skills. Periodic seminars are held to discuss experiences, concerns, and topical questions. Students are required to write summaries of current law articles, keep a journal, and prepare a portfolio which will include a resume, letters of recommendation, and other pertinent materials. A minimum number of hours of on-site time are required for this course. Internship placement must approved by the Program Coordinator. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all other Paralegal AAS 304 program requirements with a grade of C or better and Consent of Department Chairperson. 15 lab hours per week. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an overview of legal issues that are increasingly relevant as the older population increases. It covers a variety of legal documents and legal situations which affect the elderly. It also covers topics such as asset management, estate planning, health care, personal planning and protection, resources of both public and private agencies and organizations, and the court systems. It examines the role of the paralegal in interacting with elderly clients as well as using the various resources available in elder law. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Completion of Business 149 and Business 222 and Business 219 with a grade of C or better. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the fundamental concepts of environmental law. It emphasizes both state and federal laws and regulations to preserve and protect the environment. It covers the specific areas of air control, water quality control, toxic substance control, waste management, and hazardous releases. It also covers energy policy, natural resources, international environmental law, and current environmental issues. It focuses on the role paralegal in environmental law. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Completion of Business 222 and Business 219 with a grade of C or better. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of the federal immigration system and the concepts and procedures of immigration law for the paralegal. It examines immigration law and regulations as well as practical applications in immigration law including the naturalization process, visa procedures, and the rights and obligations of aliens in the United States. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Completion of Business 223 and Business 220 with a grade of C or better. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Explores resources, knowledge, skills, practices and techniques necessary to conduct business online. Explores nature and impact of e-commerce business and business operation, resources required and available, customer relationship management, ordering systems, end-to-end marketing and performance, and control systems. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Business 111, or CIS 120, or Consent of Department Chairperson. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Examines the functions and objectives of marketing. Includes the flow of industrial and consumer goods through the marketing system, and the role of the consumer, the product, the market, the pricing policies, promotion and distribution methods. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Business 111. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of problems stemming from the movement of goods and services, human resources, technology, finance, and ownership across national boundaries. Direct focus on the development of management skills in handling problems of multinational business. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Business 111 or Consent of Department Chairperson. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.
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3.00 Credits
Study of basic functions, principles, and techniques of advertising, including the role of advertising in the marketing system. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.
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