This course surveys New York and federal courts and jurisdiction, and focuses on procedure, concentrating on New York civil practice. Studies in legal research are continued with emphasis placed on the preparation of forms, briefs, affidavits and pleadings. This course is a study of the substantive and procedural laws of estates, trusts, guardianships, fiduciaries, and estate taxation. This course introduces the law of real property and terminology of real estate interests and conveyances. Real property instruments are defined and examined, including the different types and nature of contracts, deeds, mortgages and leases.
Students prepare an abstract of title by examining recorded instruments.
This course is a study of the law of domestic relations and family law. This includes the substantive law of marriage, adoption, divorce, annulment, separation, family obligations, children's rights and procedural laws concerning Family Court proceedings. Also included will be experience in the drafting of documents and instruments related to the aforesaid subjects. This course is a study of the nature and sources of administrative law, special problems relating thereto and the place of administrative action in our governmental and legal systems. This course provides the paralegal student with the opportunity to participate in a planned, professional experience of observation, study, and field work within selected professional entities.