LGL-113 - Legal Terminology

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

This course is an introduction to the basic terminology used in the legal field. Legal definitions, spelling and pronunciation are emphasized. A study of court cases is used to highlight and validate the usage of these terms in legal documents and in litigation.

LGL-122 - Legal Ethics

Lecture: 2

Credit: 2

This course introduces students to ethical dilemmas they will face in a law office setting. Students learn about the regulation of the legal profession and the rules of conduct that govern attorneys and legal administrative assistants. Topics include the unauthorized practice of law, attorney-client privilege, confidentiality, conflicts of interest, and other topics relative to ethics in law. Methods for researching the answers to ethical dilemmas will be practiced.  

LGL-175 - Litigation Procedures and Documents

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

This course prepares students to aid an attorney in preparing for and supporting litigation procedures. Students learn to identify, create, use and file documents that are required for various legal proceedings. Emphasis is on learning the details necessary for trial preparation from the instant the dispute requires the services of an attorney. Legal terminology is applied throughout the course.

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.