Through the process of applying legal rules to specific factual situations, skills will be developed by the preparation of appellate briefs, memoranda of law, and briefing cases. 201 Interviewing and Investigating. This course emphasizes communication skills the legal assistant must have to function. As a lawyer excels in written and verbal skills, so must the legal assistant excel. Interviews of clients and statements of witnesses are prepared by students under supervision.
Demonstrated proficiency is required for successful completion.
205 Advanced Research. A continuation of LEGA 105 further developing research, writing and analytical skills. This course explores civil lawsuits. It includes study of Missouri and federal civil procedures, trial preparation including discovery, trial and post-trial matters. Designed for the legal assistant candidate.