PARA 101 — Introduction to Legal Studies
3 Lecture Hours, 3 Credits Prerequisites: ENGL 060 or ENGL 100 This course is an introduction to the legal assistant profession; the system of jurisprudence, its history, philosophy and current trends. The role, ethics and responsibilities of the legal assistant, court structures and court procedures will also be examined. Emphasis is on ethical considerations, the code of ethics, the professional responsibility of NALA and the affirmation of professional responsibility of NFPA and other standards of conduct. The New Jersey court system and the American legal system are explored.