An introduction to the substance and procedural aspects of family law in such areas as divorce, adoption, support and separation agreements, including domestic relation court procedures. 113 Students learn the basics of law office management including accounting procedures, scheduling, filing, and office systems and many other areas. A study of the principles of tort law, their application in commonly faced situations in law practice, and the role of the legal assistant in the preparation of a tort claim or defense. A study of the incidents before and after trial, and an analysis of the impact of the Constitution on crimes and criminal procedure. Covers the rules governing courts and basic litigation procedures including telephone technique, client interviews, complaints, interrogatories, etc.
Emphasis is placed on source materials, research and writing.
Legal principles are applied to theoretical problems as well as current New Jersey cases. LET 101 A writing course focusing on the tasks commonly encountered by legal assistants. Topics covered include correspondence, opinion letters, various forms of briefs and memoranda. Emphasis will be placed on clarity and precision in the use of language. Introduces students to a variety of computer applications found in many law offices.