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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr This course is the theory and application of law and procedure in civil litigation with emphasis on New York State law. It focuses on the role of the paralegal in preparing for litigation, including an understanding of the court system, the steps required in the litigation process and their time lines, drafting documents, trial and post-trial topics and an introduction to the use of the computer in litigation. Prerequisite: CUNY certification in reading and writing; pre- or corequisites: LAW 1101/LS 101, ENG 1101/EG 101
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3 cl hrs, 3 cr A working knowledge of the law library is presented, including practice in finding statutes, cases and administrative regulations. Students are taught validating and gain experience in using legal encyclopedias, digests and other sources. All these research skills are integrated within written assignments. Prerequisites: LAW 1101/LS 101, ENG 1101/EG 101; pre- or corequisite: LAW 1103/LS 103
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3 cl hrs, 3 cr The basic concepts of real property. The student will prepare real estate documents such as contract of sale, mortgage and note, deed, closing statement and lease agreement. Instruction in reading a survey and completing a title search. The course also covers real estate brokers, title insurance, landlord-tenant proceedings, foreclosures and the differences between condominiums and cooperatives. The role of the paralegal in real estate law is emphasized throughout. Pre- or corequisite: LAW 1201/LS 201
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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr A basic overview of estate terminology, the jurisdiction of Surrogates Court and estate administration procedures. The fundamental law of wills, trusts and estates, as well as the preparation of the basic legal documents in each of these areas. Prerequisite: LAW 1201/LS 201
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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr Application of the basic principles of contract law, including the Uniform Commercial Code; the nature and structure of the three basic business forms: sole proprietorship, partnership and corporation. A comparison of methods of financing and formation of these business entities. Students will prepare business agreements which may include a partnership agreement, articles of incorporation, minutes, by-laws and related documents, promissory notes and sales contracts. Emphasis is also placed on an examination of creditor and debtor rights. Prerequisite: LAW 1201/LS 201
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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr Prepares students to handle client interviews, conduct research and draw up the necessary documents for the practice of family law. Includes a study of the Family Court System and the New York laws relating to all areas of family law: marriage, divorce, annulment, custody, support, adoption, maintenance, name change, guardianship, paternity and juvenile matters. Prerequisite: LAW 1201/LS 201
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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr Builds upon a working knowledge of the law library and research techniques mastered in LAW 1201. This course applies those techniques by utilizing them in practical application. In addition, the student is introduced to the use of computerized legal research and more development in the use of citations. This course focuses on analysis and evaluation of researched material, with a concentration on the writing aspect of reporting research. Prerequisites: LAW 1201/LS 201
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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr The legal issues that affect facility management. Topics cover principles of contracts, leases, service and employment agreements, purchase agreements, relevant federal and state laws, environmental and municipal regulations, liabilities of different legal entities, tort liability, media and group relations, debtor rights, business ethics and disability laws. Prerequisite: ENG 1101/EG 101
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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr Language and format of legal documents. A review of skills acquired in LAW 1101/LS 101 Introduction to Paralegalism, LAW 1103/LS 103 Civil Law and Procedure, LAW 1201/LS 201 and LAW 1304/LS 304 Legal Research and Legal Research II and the utilization of these skills in preparing legal documents. Identification of legal terms, phrases and sentence structure is required. Students will prepare and complete documents such as pleadings, motions/orders, first draft of contracts/business agreements, legal business letters/correspondence, deposition digests and other legal documents. Team projects and role-playing are also emphasized and are implemented in some of the drafting assignments. Prerequisites: LAW 2304/LS 304
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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr Basic tort law and insurance law as it relates to personal injuries. Intentional torts, negligence, strict liability, fire insurance and workers' compensation, using specific examples and cases to illustrate the relevant legal principles. The duties and obligations of parties in tort and insurance law. Interviewing and factual investigation techniques as well as the preparation or pleading and the organization of personal injury cases. Prerequisite: LAW 1201/LS 201
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