POS 201 and 216. Techniques for the gathering and preparation of evidence for use in legal disputes. Introduction to the fundamentals of probate law with emphasis on tasks which can be performed by paralegals. POS 201 or consent of instructor. Overview of the laws and procedures governing legal aspects of marriage and child custody.
Emphasis is placed on tasks which can be performed by paralegals.
An advanced paralegal specialty course that covers both civil and criminal litigation from the filing of a legal action through the defendant's responses. An advanced paralegal specialty course that covers both civil and criminal litigation from the discovery and pretrial motions through the trial and appellate stages. POS 201 or consent of instructor. A paralegal specialty course covering retirement plans, collective bargaining agreements, workmen's compensation, antidiscrimination laws, and OSHA regulations. Complete department internship application procedure.