PAR-1510 — Introduction to Law for Paralegals
An overview of American law, surveying areas where paralegals may be employed. Includes the study of sources and types of laws, state and federal court systems, and the roles of lawyers and paralegals. Also includes overviews of criminal law, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution methods, tort and contract law, Constitutional law, and legal ethics. The development and application of law through analytical reasoning is emphasized. Legal research and writing skills are introduced. Course