Special emphasis on skills involving client interviews, finding of fact, preparation of documents and pleadings, and a knowledge of community resources. An introduction to the more common forms of wills and trusts and a survey of the fundamental principles of law applicable to each. Included is a study of the organization and jurisdiction of the probate court, a detailed analysis of the administration of estates, and a review of estate and inheritance taxes applicable to such estates. The study of the legal organization of business entities and the role of the paralegal in the formation of various business organizations. This includes a survey of the fundamental principles of law applicable to each type of business organization and the preparation of the documents necessary to the organization and operation of each.
Students learn to draft deeds, prepare settlement sheets, and conduct title searches.
This course is designed to be taken at the end of the student s course of study. At least 200 hours of work experience in an approved law firm or legal-assistant agency. A comprehensive daily diary is required, and students meet weekly on campus to discuss their experiences. Limited to qualified students enrolled in the Legal Assistant degree or certificate program. At least 200 hours of work experience in an approved law office.