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Course Criteria
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1.00 Credits
A thorough study of the rules and practical aspects of preparing and responding to discovery requests in Maryland and federal courts and the paralegal's role in the discovery process. Topics include applicable Maryland and federal rules of procedure; applicable privileges; significance of the discovery process; ethical obligations with regard to discovery responses; and tactical considerations in responding to discovery requests. Focus is on learning how to assist attorneys with the preparation and filing of discovery requests (such as interrogatories, requests for admissions, requests for production of documents, subpoenas, and deposition notices) and on preparing responses to discovery, including initial disclosure obligations under the federal rules. Discussion also covers electronic discovery and practical considerations, such as managing and maintaining discovery files.
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A study of the influence of race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religiosity, and other social group designations on approaches to and course of conflict, with focus on legal disputes. Topics include stereotyping, cultural differences in approaches to conflict, and the impact of bigotry and discrimination on the course of conflict. Strategies for effectively dealing with these issues in legal, dispute-resolution, and personal settings are considered.
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A thorough review of statutes and court rules pertaining to domestic violence cases in Maryland. Focus is on acquiring the knowledge to assist attorneys in representing victims in criminal and civil court proceedings. Procedures and forms, including protective order/peace order petitions and motions, are illustrated. Topics include the victim's socioeconomic status, race/ethnicity, gender, and culture and resources outside the court system.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: LGST 200. A focused look at identifying legal issues and supportive primary and secondary legal authority using a variety of tools in Lexis, Westlaw, and the Internet. Students learn to develop research strategies to perform complex legal research and extensive legal analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 400 or PLGL 400.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: LGST 201 and 204. A thorough grounding in the principles and techniques of drafting sophisticated legal memoranda that paralegals may be called upon to prepare. Kinds of writings that are covered include complex office and advocacy memoranda, as well as selected parts of appellate briefs. Assignments include legal research. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 401 or PLGL 401.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: LGST 201. A general overview of consumer protection law and the roles of federal, state, and local agencies. Topics include warranties, the regulation of consumer credit, restrictions on advertising, and credit reporting. Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 411 or PLGL 411.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: LGST 201. An overview of patents, trademarks, and copyright law. Emphasis is on the role of the paralegal in application, maintenance, research, and litigation processes. Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 415, PLGL 398D, or PLGL 415.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: LGST 201. An overview of the laws, agencies, and procedures involved in U.S. immigration law and the role of paralegals in immigration practice. Topics include sources and administration of immigration law and research and preparation of various immigration documents. Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 420, PLGL 398F, or PLGL 420.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: LGST 201 and 325. Recommended: LGST 322. A study of the nuts and bolts of paralegal practice in large-case civil litigation. Topics include discovery and motion practice; pretrial preparation, including the pretrial memorandum; and preparation of the excerpt of record for the appellate court. Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 425 or PLGL 398N.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: LGST 201. An exploration of the statutory and regulatory bases of environmental law, for the prospective paralegal. Topics include the role of federal agencies in such undertakings as controlling various types of pollution, assessing and managing risk, and regulating toxic substances. Assignments include legal research and written and oral analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST 432, PLGL 332, or PLGL 432.
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