The methods and processes of judicial, administrative and legislative branches of government as they relate to the legal assistant are studied. The basic terminology and procedures of the legal system in New York are covered. An introduction to legal research assists students in analyzing cases, writing briefs and making presentations. Ethical standards of the law profession are included. Offered every semester.
Students learn to use government publications.
In all areas of research, students are required to organize legal research and findings and present their ideas in written and oral format. This course involves intensive legal writing. Offered spring or fall semester. Marriage relationships, legal problems with children, dissolution of marriage, custody, legitimacy, adoption, guardianship and support agreements are studied. Offered spring or fall semester.