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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Comprehensive survey of the law of business associations, from sole entrepreneur to partnership and corporate formation. Discussion of mergers, acquisitions, director's liability, and other corporate law topics. Emphasis is also placed on shareholder agreements, classes of shares, rights of first refusal, methods of financing, and voting trusts. Prerequisites: LEI 101 and 102.
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3.00 Credits
Survey of the legal structure of the family with emphasis on the laws of marriage, divorce, child custody, and support. Emphasis is placed on marriage issues such as formation of marriages, antenuptial agreements, termination of marriage, and tax consequences. The course also addresses child issues such as legal status of children, child custody, child support, and adoption. Prerequisites: LEI 101 and 102.
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3.00 Credits
Comprehensive study of bankruptcy law and practice with an emphasis on consumer filings. Course consists of reviewing different types of consumer and commercial bankruptcies, relevant federal legislation governing bankruptcy, bankruptcy code, and resource materials necessary to bankruptcy practice. Course also places emphasis on procedural rules and responsibilities of all parties involved. Prerequisites: LEI 101, 102, and 205.
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3.00 Credits
Internship and externship experiences for paralegal studies students. Practicums are available on campus through one of the law school's clinical programs. Off-campus experiences include working in law firms, corporations, law enforcement, public agencies, and the court systems. Prerequisites: LEI 101 and 102.
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of income taxation, of what constitutes income, exemptions, exclusions and deductions, and related issues. Examination of common federal taxation forms and schedules. Emphasis will be placed on tax accounting, income, and exclusions and deductions for both businesses and individuals. Prerequisites: LEI 101 and 102.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to paralegal studies and the fundamentals of paralegalism with a comprehensive survey of professional responsibility issues for legal assistants, including study of the American Bar Association's Model Code and Model Rules of Professional Responsibility, and various professional paralegal associations' codes of ethics. Students also explore licensing and regulating issues and job opportunities for paralegals. Prerequisite: LEI 101.
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3.00 Credits
Complete overview of tort and personal injury law. Emphasis will be placed on intentional torts, tort defenses, negligence, strict liability, and products liability. Tort immunities and specific tort actions of nuisance and wrongful death are also covered. Prerequisite: LEI 101, 205, and 231.
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth study of principles, methods, and investigative techniques used to locate, gather, document, and disseminate information. Emphasis will be on developing interview and investigative skills intended to prepare paralegals to communicate effectively. Prerequisite: LEI 101.
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3.00 Credits
Examination of how the law treats violent incidents, with emphasis on spousal and child abuse. Students review the Protection from Abuse laws of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. Students also examine juvenile violence and school violence. A major research paper is required for this course. Prerequisites: LEI 101, 102, and 121.
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3.00 Credits
Course topics include establishing the professional relationship, negligence-based claims, international torts, informed decision making, causation and damages, affirmative defenses, limitations and immunities, vicarious liability and multiple defendants, hospitality liability, contracts, warranty and strict liability, and reforming the litigation system. Prerequisites: LEI 101, 102, 205, and 213.
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