Pre-requisite: None
Co-requisite: None
This course introduces the paralegal profession and the legal system. Topics include an overview of major areas of legal practice, ethics, legal analysis and research, professional development including certification and employment, and related topics.
Credit hours: 3
Contact hours: 3
Pre-requisite: PRL-101(Intro to Paralegal Study) with a grade of or higher
Co-requisite: None
This course introduces the techniques of legal research and writing. Emphasis is placed on locating, analyzing, applying, and validating sources of law. Topics include legal research, legal writing, proper citation, and electronic research.
Credit hours: 3
Contact hours: 3
Pre-requisite: PRL-102(Basic Research and Writing) with a grade of or higher
Co-requisite: None
This course requires the student to apply research, analysis, and writing techniques to substantive legal issues. Assignments include preparation of legal memoranda and other documents and the more efficient use of electronic research methods. Prerequisite(s): PRL 101 and PRL 102
Credit hours: 3
Contact hours: 3
