Contemporary writings on modern philosophies of law are also examined. This course will focus on the ethical and professional responsibilities facing legal professionals. We will examine ethical considerations such as confidentiality, unauthorized practice of law, and conflict of interest, as well as the consequences of unethical behavior. In addition, students will be provided with frameworks for dealing with the moral dilemmas that legal professionals face. The student examines the history and development of the Anglo-American common law.
Students study legal constitutional principles.
Emphasis is on access to the courts, growth of federal power under the commerce clause, due process and equal protection, and case law methodology. Students examine actions based on these areas of law. Students investigate the area of crime against persons and property and the judicial process, including investigation, adjudication, sentencing, and correction. Actions based on these areas of law are examined. Course content focuses on selected topics, with emphasis given to new and emerging developments in the field.