| |
Hrs Per Week: |
Sem Hrs: |
| Prefix No |
Course Name |
Class |
Lab |
Clin/Exp |
Credit |
| LEX 110 |
Intro to Paralegal Study |
2.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
2.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course introduces the paralegal profession and the
legal system. Topics include regulations, ethics, case analysis, legal reasoning, career opportunities, professional organizations, terminology and other related topics. Upon completion, the student should be able to explain the role of a paralegal and identify the skills, knowledge, and ethics required of
legal assistants. |
| |
| LEX 120 |
Legal Research/Writing I |
2.0 |
2.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course introduces the techniques of legal research and writing. Emphasis is placed on locating, analyzing, applying, and updating sources of law; effective legal writing, including proper citation; and the use of electronic research methods. Upon completion, students should be able to perform legal research and writing assignments using techniques covered in the course. This course is also available through the Virtual Learning Community (VLC). |
| |
| LEX 121 |
Legal Research/Writing II |
2.0 |
2.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: LEX 120 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course covers advanced topics in legal research and
writing. Topics include more complex legal issues and assignments
involving preparation of legal memos, briefs, and other documents and the
advanced use of electronic research methods. Upon completion, students
should be able to perform legal research and writing assignments using
techniques covered in the course. |
| |
| LEX 130 |
Civil Injuries |
3.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course covers traditional tort concepts and the
evolving body of individual rights created by statute. Topics include
intentional and non-intentional torts with emphasis on negligence, strict
liability, civil rights, workplace and environmental liability, remedies,
and damages. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize,
explain, and evaluate elements of civil injuries and related defenses. |
| |
| LEX 140 |
Civil Litigation I |
3.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course introduces the structure of the legal system and the rules governing civil litigation. Topics include jurisdiction, state and federal rules of civil procedure and
rules of evidence. Upon completion, students should be able to assist
an attorney in the preparation of a civil case. |
| |
| LEX 141 |
Civil Litigation II |
2.0 |
2.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: LEX 140 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course covers advanced topics in the civil litigation
process. Topics include motions, discovery, and trial and appellate
procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to assist an
attorney in preparing and organizing documents for trial, settlement, and
post-trial practice. |
| |
| LEX 150 |
Commercial Law |
2.0 |
2.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course covers legally enforceable agreements, forms of
organization, and selected portions of the Uniform Commercial Code. Topics
include drafting and enforcement of contracts, leases, and related
documents and selection and implementation of business organization forms,
sales, and commercial papers. Upon completion, students should be able to
apply the elements of a contract, prepare various business documents, and
understand the role of commercial paper. |
| |
| LEX 160 |
Criminal Law & Procedure |
2.0 |
2.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course introduces substantive criminal law and
procedural rights of the accused. Topics include elements of state/federal
crimes, defenses, constitutional issues, pre-trial and trial process, and
other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain
elements of specific crimes and assist an attorney in preparing a criminal
case. |
| |
| LEX 210 |
Real Property I |
3.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course introduces the study of real property law.
Topics include the distinction between real and personal property, various
estates, mechanics of conveyance and encumbrance, recordation, special
proceedings, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be
able to identify estates, forms of deeds, requirements for recording, and
procedures to enforce rights to real property. |
| |
| LEX 211 |
Real Property II |
1.0 |
4.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: LEX 210 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course continues the study of real property law
relating to title examination and preparation of closing documents. Topics
include use of courthouse and other public records in title examination
and preparation of documents required in real estate transactions and
closings. Upon completion, students should be able to plot/draft a
description, perform complete title examination, draft closing documents
including title insurance forms, and prepare disbursement reconciliation. |
| |
| LEX 214 |
Investigat & Trial Prep |
1.0 |
4.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course introduces the fundamentals of investigation. Topics include compiling/assembling data for cases; investigative planning/information gathering techniques; locating/interviewing witnesses; collection/preserving/evaluating sufficiency/admissibility of evidence; preparation of reports; and evidence presentation at depositions/court proceeding. Upon completion, students should be able to plan/use investigative checklists, understand/demonstrate investigative techniques, prepare reports, and enhance verbal and interpersonal communications skills and interviewing techniques. |
| |
| LEX 240 |
Family Law |
3.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course covers laws governing domestic relations. Topics
include marriage, separation, divorce, child custody, support, property
division, adoption, domestic violence, and other related topics. Upon
completion, students should be able to interview clients, gather
information, and draft documents related to family law. |
| |
| LEX 250 |
Wills, Estates, & Trusts |
2.0 |
2.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course covers various types of wills, trusts, probate,
estate administration, and intestacy. Topics include types of wills and
execution requirements, caveats and dissents, intestate succession,
inventories and accountings, distribution and settlement, and other
related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to draft simple
wills, prepare estate forms, understand administration of estates
including taxation, and explain terms regarding trusts. |
| |
| LEX 280 |
Ethics & Professionalism |
2.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
2.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course reinforces legal ethics and the role of the paralegal in a professional work environment. Topics include a review of ethics, employment opportunities, and search techniques; paralegal certification; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the paralegal’s role in the ethical practice of law. |
