Technology in the Law

Catalog description

(Formerly PLG 130) This course is a general introduction to the use and the application of legal specialty software programs in the modern practice of law. The course covers law office applications of client management software, billing software, LexisNexis® Academic, and various state and federal websites. Students will use appropriate software to perform client conflicts checks, for timekeeping and file management, to prepare and maintain a database for each client, to organize and safeguard documentary evidence, and to assist during trial preparation and trial. Ethical use of technology is a key component of this course.