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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: OFT 1002 or OFT 1010 and OFT 1405 and ENG 1010, plus permission of the department chair Cooperative education allows students to combine academic study with on-the-job experience by working on training assignments coordinated by departmental faculty. This course applies classroom theory in a work environment. Grading in this course is pass or fail.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: RDG 0800 or placement In this required legal specialty course, students examine the American legal system with an emphasis on the present and potential role of the paralegal. Students are introduced to legal research, legal analysis, legal terminology, and legal ethics. Students study principles of statutory and case law, substantive and procedural law, and federal and state law. Emphasis is on practical skills utilized by entry-level paralegals. Students who have completed PGL 1010 cannot receive credit for PGL 1011. Credit for this course may be earned through departmental examination. Course fee: $10.00
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: PGL 1011 In this required legal specialty course, students are introduced to concepts of contract law, tort law, property law, family law, criminal law, business organizations, and wills, trusts, and estate administration. Emphasis is on not only theory, but the role the paralegal plays in working in these areas of law. Students who have completed PGL 1010 cannot receive credit for PGL 1012. Credit for this course may be earned through departmental examination. Course fee: $10.00
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: none In this required legal specialty course, students examine the professional responsibility laws and management principles relating to the practice of law. Emphasis is on the analysis and application of the ethics rules and management practices as they relate to the responsibilities of the paralegal. Students utilize computer applications commonly used by businesses and entities that employ paralegals. It is recommended that students take BAD 1330 before enrolling in this course. Students who have completed PGL 2041 cannot receive credit for PGL 1041. Course fee: $10.00
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: ENG 1010; PGL 1011; plus BAD 2070 taken in the same or a previous semester In this required legal specialty course, students learn the major techniques of legal research. Various types of legal writing and research tools are introduced. Proper citation forms are stressed along with case briefings and use of the law library. Independent research time in a law library is required in addition to scheduled class time. Refer to the Schedule of Classes for specific information. Course fee: $75.00
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: PGL 1011 In this elective legal specialty course, students examine the legal aspects of family law including divorce, separation, adoption, child custody, and marital property awards. Emphasis is on Maryland law and on the processes a paralegal may handle such as preparing complaints for divorce, property settlement and separation agreements, and interviewing clients. Topics include jurisdictional issues of divorce; separation and annulment; child custody and visitation; and alimony, child support, property disposition, and tax consequences. Students who have completed PGL 1410 cannot receive credit for PGL 2110. Offered irregularly. Course fee: $10.00
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: PGL 1010 or PGL 1011 In this elective legal specialty course, students study the legal concepts entailed in drafting and preparing simple wills and trusts and administering estates in Maryland, as well as the processes, procedures, and writings for which a paralegal may be responsible. Topics include practical considerations of administering an estate; the appraisal of estate assets and probate inventory; inheritance taxes; claims against the estate; management of debts; accounting and distribution considerations; the drafting and execution of wills, simple trusts, and guardianships; and succession. Students who have completed PGL 1440 cannot receive credit for PGL 2140. Offered irregularly. Course fee: $10.00
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: none Students study the essentials of real estate law. Emphasis is on settlement procedures in Maryland with a study of the processes, procedures, and writings for which a paralegal may be responsible. Discussion covers real estate contracts, financing documents, title searches, and closing. Other topics include landlord/tenant issues, easements and covenants, and condos, planned unit developments, and co-ops. Students who have completed PGL 1450 cannot receive credit for PGL 2150. Offered irregularly. Course fee: $10.00
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: PGL 1010 or PGL 1011 In this required legal specialty course, students examine the causes of action, defenses, and remedies in the major areas of tort law: intentional torts, negligence, strict liability, and products liability. Students also examine Maryland Worker's Compensation law. Emphasis is on the tasks paralegals normally perform in the tort area, including legal analysis, tort litigation procedures, worker's compensation procedures, and preparation of legal documents. It is recommended that students take PGL 2410 before enrolling in this course. Students who have received credit for PGL 1480 cannot receive credit for PGL 2180. Offered irregularly. Course fee: $20.00
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: PGL 1210 In this required legal specialty course, students continue their studies from PGL 1210. Based on hypothetical facts, students conduct legal research and engage in legal analysis. Students prepare statutory analyses, case briefs, legal correspondence, objective memoranda, trial briefs, and appellate briefs. Students also utilize computer applications and the Internet. Independent research time on the Internet or in a law library is required. It is recommended that students take BAD 1330 before enrolling in this course. Students who have completed PGL 1220 cannot receive credit for PGL 2220. Course fee: $40.00
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