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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: LGST 201. A study of the substantive and procedural aspects of the criminal justice system, particularly those aspects related to the work of a paralegal. Topics include crimes and defenses, penalties, and court procedures. Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CJUS 234, LGST 320, or PLGL 320.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: LGST 201. A study of laws that govern the admissibility of evidence for establishing or controverting facts in trials and administrative proceedings, and the role of the paralegal in gathering evidence and helping attorneys prepare for trial. Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 322, PLGL 222, or PLGL 322.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: LGST 201. An examination of the process of civil litigation and the responsibilities commonly assigned to paralegals. Topics include investigation and interviewing, preparation of pleadings and motions, discovery, the conduct of the trial, and post-trial activity. Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 325 or PLGL 325.
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An overview of the various processes and techniques to settle disputes without court adjudication. Topics include negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 327, PLGL 327, or PLGL 398G.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: LGST 201. An overview of the functions and procedures of federal and state administrative agencies, as well as preparation of writings pertinent to administrative law practice. Topics include rulemaking, adjudication, the use and control of agency discretion, and disclosure of information. Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 330 or PLGL 330.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: LGST 201. An overview of legal issues that are increasingly relevant as the older population increases. Topics include health care, public entitlements, and legal and financial decision making. Emphasis is on the role of the paralegal in those areas. Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 335, PLGL 335, or PLGL 398E.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: LGST 201. A comprehensive study of the major areas of contract law that paralegals are most likely to encounter. Topics include formation, interpretation and enforcement, discharge, and breach and remedies for breach. Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 340 or PLGL 340.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: LGST 201. A study of the essentials of real estate law. Emphasis is on settlement procedures in Maryland, especially the processes, procedures, and writings for which a paralegal may be responsible. Topics include real estate contracts, types and sources of mortgage financing, title work, and closing and settlement. Other topics include easements and covenants and condos, PUDs, and co-ops. Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 343 or PLGL 343.
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1.00 Credits
A nuts-and-bolts study of landlord/tenant issues. Focus is on the rights and obligations of landlords in rental properties and the rights of tenants and how to assert those rights. Topics include lease provisions and eviction processes and how to defend against eviction. Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 345 or PLGL 398K.
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3.00 Credits
(Formerly LGST 398A.) Prerequisite: LGST 201. A study of the laws that apply to sports and the role paralegals may play. Topics include the laws that apply to the business of sports and issues such as ethics, contracts, Title IX, representation of athletes, and drug testing. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 350 or LGST 398A.
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