Introduction to Paralegalism (PLL 111)
Term: 2014-2015 Fall
Team Leader - General Education
Behavioral Science Program Director
Psychology/Sociology Instructor
Student Hours:
Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:00 - 12:00
Fridays 11:00 - 12:00
and by appointment
This course provides the student with an introduction to the fundamental concepts and techniques essential to the practicing paralegal. Lecture topics include an overview of the American legal system and a survey of such legal sub-fields as torts, criminal law, litigation, contract law, and real property. Several weeks of the course are devoted to the study of professional ethics for the paralegal.