Three credit hours. The origins, nature, and structure of both the American and New Mexico judicial system with emphasis on the rules of professional conduct in the legal profession. PLS 111 - Torts, Practice, and Procedures. Three credit hours. The theory and practical applications of the law of torts is covered.
Students learn about torts through a study of the elements of the different causes of action.
The fundamentals of complaint drafting, investigation, and discovery are addressed so that students are able to take an active role in planning and developing a lawsuit. PLS 113 - Legal Research and Writing I. Three credit hours. The student is introduced to the principles and skills of writing case briefs and legal memorandums, with a basic focus on legal research sources and techniques. A significant amount of time is spent in the law library. PLS 201 - Civil Litigation.