$122 per credit
in-county, fees apply
Examines the history and role of the paralegal in the American legal system. Students analyze law office organization and management, including time and billing practices, law office technology, and file and case management systems. Students examine effective client relationships, advertising, and client solicitation. Students explore ethical issues that arise in the practice of law and apply relevant ethical rules to fictional scenarios. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.
Prerequisite(s): ACLT 053 or (ESOL 052 and ESOL 054) and MATH 082.