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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of the global regulatory landscape and issues arising cross borders, particularly with regard to the financial services industry. This course will also provide insight into the many opportunities available within the field of regulatory compliance. Emphasis is placed on the international regulatory environment, the role of regulators, application of laws and regulatory structure, the development and governance of the compliance function within organizations, risk management, ethical concerns, trends, and the conflicts presented when the laws and principles of multiple jurisdictions are in conflict.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the American legal system from the founding of the government of the United States of America to the system of laws that exists today. The main focus of the course is on laws and the courts and the tremendous impact of the rule of law that has developed during the last century.
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3.00 Credits
PRIOR TO FALL 2016, THIS COURSE WAS OFFERED AS LES 416 This course surveys the major federal statues related to environmental quality and analyzes various approaches to regulation. Primary focuses are on the interaction of law and policy and the roles of Congress, the regulatory agencies, and the courts in defining and implementing environmental mandates. In addition, toxic torts and environmental litigation will be discussed.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the study of law and the many opportunities available within the legal services industry. Emphasis is placed on the judicial system and its role within the state and federal governments, the importance of judicial opinions including how to read, understand, and summarize case law, an introduction to legal research and writing, and an overview of the ethical obligations, regulations, professional trends, and skills required of those working in this field. This course is a legal specialty. (Please note: minimum passing grade needed is a "C").
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3.00 Credits
PRIOR TO FALL 2016, THIS COURSE WAS OFFERED AS LES 314 This course provides students with hands-on training in the use of both primary and secondary legal sources, including: reported court decisions, constitutions, statutes, administrative regulations, court rules, treatises, legal encyclopedias, and legal periodicals. Various legal finding tools such as digests, citators, annotated statutes, legal dictionaries, and form-books are also discussed. Students will also receive training in computer-assisted legal research and proper Bluebook citation format. This course is a legal specialty. (Please note: minimum passing grade needed is a "C")
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3.00 Credits
PRIOR TO FALL 2016, THIS COURSE WAS OFFERED AS LES 316 This course provides students with an introduction to case analysis and the fundamentals of legal writing. Students learn how to analyze legal opinions for use as legal precedent. Students also learn how to distinguish various legal opinions and draft persuasive arguments. Emphasis is placed on the identification of key facts, issues, holdings, and reasoning in a legal opinion. Further instruction in proper Bluebook citation format will be provided, as well as how to prepare client correspondence, legal briefs, and memorandums of law. This course is a legal specialty. (Please note: minimum passing grade needed is a "C")
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3.00 Credits
PRIOR TO FALL 2016, THIS COURSE WAS OFFERED AS LES 403 This course examines the theoretical and practical aspects of basic civil litigation including preliminary investigation, pleadings, motions, discovery, trials, and appeals. Emphasis will be placed on the requirements and restrictions of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure which apply throughout the United States. (Please note: minimum passing grade needed is a "C"). This course is a legal specialty.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the United States Constitution and its broad framework. Specific topics of review include the powers of each branch of government, judicial review of Congressional enactments, separation of powers, the relationship between the federal government and the states, the limitations of the federal government's interference with private transactions, and the concept of state action which underpins all the limitations on the governmental power of the Constitution. The course also explores individual rights under each of the amendments.
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3.00 Credits
PRIOR TO FALL 2016, THIS COURSE WAS OFFERED AS LES 406 This course introduces students to the procedural and substantive law affecting the family and domestic relations. The law affecting prenuptial agreements, separation, divorce, annulments, spousal support, alimony, spousal abuse, custody, child support, and adoption is also discussed. Emphasis is placed on the preparation of relevant legal documents and procedures for various court filings.
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3.00 Credits
PRIOR TO FALL 2016, THIS COURSE WAS OFFERED AS LES 409 This course introduces the relevant rules and procedures involved in the presentation of a petition for bankruptcy of an individual or a company, from consumer Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 petitions to an overview of the complexities of Chapter 11 business bankruptcies. This course is a legal specialty.
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