Introduction to Law for Paralegals

Catalog description

Introduction to Law for Paralegals is a foundational course designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, concepts, and institutions that shape the legal system. This course explores the sources of law, the structure of the judicial system, and the fundamental legal principles that govern society. Students are introduced to important legal terminology and different types of law, including statutory law and common law, and key concepts in legal ethics will be examined. They will learn how to identify legal elements in statutes or causes of action and conduct basic legal analysis. Students will learn important components of a written decision and develop case briefing skills. Finally, students will practice important paralegal tasks, including drafting client interview questions and preparing a presentation for gathering evidence in a hypothetical case.