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4.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to preparation of various legal documents and legal correspondence through the use of dictated and rough draft legal material using word processing, voice recognition, and transcription equipment. Various document assembly techniques, including the creation of merge form files and merge data files, are learned. Legal terminology, punctuation, speed building, accuracy, and proofreading skills are emphasized. The course focuses on preparing authentic forms and material, general legal terminology, building speed and accuracy, and advanced editing and proofreading. Prerequisite: LEGL1602. Pre/Corequisite: ADMN1519.
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3.00 Credits
The learner develops substantive and procedural knowledge necessary to evaluate bankruptcy estate assets, prepare a bankruptcy petition, file conciliation court and district court documents necessary to obtain a money judgment, and collect the same. The learner studies Minnesota appellate procedures and is introduced to intellectual property issues including copyrights, trademarks, patents, and emerging intellectual property issues involving the Internet and e-commerce. Prerequisite: ADMN1513, LEGL1601, and LEGL1602.
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2.00 Credits
This course covers development of knowledge and practical application of legal research procedures. The focus of this course is how to find sources of law, how to cite the law, and how to apply research and citation procedures. It introduces the learner to the law library, the concept of issue development, and the basics of citation and legal writing.
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3.00 Credits
This course covers the development of knowledge and practical application of legal research procedures. The focus of this course is how to find sources of law, how to cite the law, and how to apply research and citation procedures. It introduces the learner to the law library, the concept of issue development, and the basics of citation and legal writing. The course also emphasizes the use of computerized legal research using Westlaw and the Internet.
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1.00 Credits
Students learn advanced editing and formatting of transcribed legal material through a comprehensive simulation comprising the types of activities often performed by the legal secretary or legal administrative assistant. Prerequisite: ADMN1519, LEGL1601, and LEGL1602.
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4.00 Credits
This course focuses on investigation, evidence collection, exhibit preparation, witness interviewing, and trial preparation. It introduces the student to the rules of evidence and how they influence the collection and handling of evidence. Students create court exhibits, interview witnesses, and prepare trial notebooks. Prerequisite: LEGL1602 and 2.5 overall GPA in paralegal track.
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4.00 Credits
This course expands on the role of the paralegal in the workplace and legal system. The basic concepts of administrative law and procedure in federal and state agencies are examined with emphasis on the paralegal's role in administrative law. Students develop client and witness interviewing skills including analysis and problem solving skills intended to prepare paralegals to communicate effectively while recognizing ethical problems. There is an emphasis on legal writing throughout the course. Students develop and utilize key strategies of clear, concise, and effective legal writing. Prerequisite: LEGL1602 and 2.5 overall GPA in paralegal track.
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4.00 - 6.00 Credits
Internship is a supervised student occupational experience (SOE) at an approved employment training station. Forty-eight hours of SOE are required for each internship credit. The working situation is consistent with the student's career goals and program objectives. The internship provides students the opportunity to experience fulltime (30 hours per week or greater), paid, business and industry entry-level, training-related student occupational work experience, while simultaneously having the advantage of being supervised by a program instructor/coordinator. Any modifications to this internship policy must be endorsed by the program advisor and approved by Academic Affairs. Prerequisite: Students must complete 32 credits, have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00, and advisor approval.
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3.00 Credits
This is an introductory course that exposes the learner to the evolution of law enforcement, law enforcement's role within the criminal justice system, and basic patrol techniques to enable the law enforcement officer to perform in a competent and professional manner. Emphasis is geared towards the traditional functioning of patrol. Prerequisite: College level reading score on a placement test or a minimum grade of "C" in College Prep Reading (READ0355).
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to the criminal justice system. This includes the three components of the criminal justice system: policing, courts, and corrections. The student learns how the three components are connected and related. The course includes issues of history, changing society, and advances in technology. Additionally, the course introduces the student to modern law enforcement patrol procedures and tactics and performance of law enforcement duties in a competent and professional manner. Emphasis is on day-today duties, routine assignments, and overall objectives of a law enforcement officer in a patrol environment. This course meets related MN POST Board learning objectives.
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