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Introduces the student to the basic concepts of substantive criminal law and its procedural aspects with an emphasis on the constitutional y protected rights of the accused in the criminal justice system. Topics include: substantive criminal law, criminal procedure from arrest to post-conviction, constitutional issues of criminal law and procedure, and criminal litigation support. Hours: Class/Week 5 D.Lab/Week 0 P.Lab/Week 0 Credit 5 Prerequisite: Program admission Corequisite: PLS 101
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Emphasizes competencies and concepts of civil litigation in both federal and state courts. Topics include: federal and state litigation; trial and pretrial proceedings; litigation ethics; and litigation documents, exhibits, investigations, and interviews. Hours: Class/Week 5 D.Lab/Week 0 P.Lab/Week 0 Credit 5 Prerequisite: Program admission, PLS 101
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Provides a general framework of the substantive theory of wil s, trusts, and estates. The student receives practical information to better enable him or her to assist in the drafting of wil s and other documents, and in the probate and administration process. Topics include: wil s, trusts, and powers of attorney; probate of wil s and administration of estates; document preparation for other probate proceedings; general jurisdiction of the probate court; terminology of wills and estate practice; client interviews; and document preparation. Hours: Class/Week 5 D.Lab/Week 0 P.Lab/Week 0 Credit 5 Prerequisite: Program admission Corequisite: PLS 101
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Introduces the student to the basic concepts of substantive tort law. Additionally, emphasis will be placed on the fact investigation process. Topics include: concepts of tort, intentional and unintentional; causation and liability concepts; damages and defenses; and business torts. Hours: Class/Week 5 D.Lab/Week 0 P.Lab/Week 0 Credit 5 Prerequisite: Program admission Corequisite: PLS 101
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Introduces the student to common forms of law practice. The student will be exposed to methods of billing and time- keeping, automation in the law office, the law office library, the appropriate role of support staff in the law office, and ethical concerns relevant to law office management. Topics include: forms of law practice and insurance needs, support systems, support staff, and ethical responsibilities. Hours: Class/Week 5 D.Lab/Week 0 P.Lab/Week 0 Credit 5 Prerequisite: Program admission Corequisite: PLS 101
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Emphasizes the formulation and operation of sole proprietorships, general partnerships, limited partnerships, joint ventures, and corporations. Additional y, the course wil include the exploration of basic concepts of agency law. Topics include: sole proprietorships, partnerships and joint ventures, corporations, tax implications of different organizations, professional associations and corporations, and agency concepts. Hours: Class/Week 5 D.Lab/Week 0 P.Lab/Week 0 Credit 5 Prerequisite: Provisional admission Corequisite: PLS 101
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Introduces the student to the basic concepts of legal rules commonly applicable in commercial settings and to the basic concepts of substantive contract law. Topics include: Constitutional Law and government regulations, Uniform Commercial Code, essential elements of a contract and related legal principles, and standard forms utilization. Hours: Class/Week 5 D.Lab/Week 0 P.Lab/Week 0 Credit 5 Prerequisite: Program admission Corequisite: PLS 101
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13.00 Credits
Continues to develop writing skills focusing on legal memoranda preparation. Additionally, students develop skills in conducting legal research. Topics include: legal bibliography and research methodology, legal memoranda preparation, and substantive law research. Hours: Class/Week 1 P.Lab/O.B.I./Week 13 Credit 5 Prerequisite: PLS 103, ENG 1102
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12.00 Credits
Focuses on the application and reinforcement of paralegal skills in an actual workplace environment, or at the discretion of the instructor, in a school practicum with simulated work experiences. Students are acquainted with occupational responsibilities through realistic work situations and are provided with insights into paralegal applications on the job. Topics include: problem solving, adaptability to the job setting, use of proper interpersonal skills, application of paralegal skills in a workplace setting, and professional development. Hours: Class/Week 0 P.Lab/O.B.I./Week 36 Credit 12 Prerequisite: All previous coursework
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed for the student to learn about the documents filed in bankruptcy court by attorneys representing debtors and creditors in Chapter 7, 11, and 13 cases. In addition, the course wil discuss col ection remedies on judgments obtained in civil court by secured and unsecured creditors. Hours: Class/Week 5 Lab/Week 0 Credit 5 Prerequisite: PLS 101
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