LGL-173 - Legal Assistant Litigation

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

This course prepares legal administrative assistant students to aid an attorney in litigation procedures. Students receive instruction regarding the detail necessary for trial preparation from the instant the dispute requires the services of an attorney.

LGL-280 - Legal Case Studies

Lecture: 2

Lab: 2

Credit: 3

Designed to lead students through real and simulated court cases from beginning to end. Students will follow and research trials such as those involving criminal activity, family law, estate law, probate and bankruptcy. Students will learn the steps and timing for creating and filing corresponding court documents relevant to each case. Research, ethics, confidentiality, deadlines and accuracy will be emphasized. Prerequisite: LGL-173.