LEG 107 Introduction to Paralegal Studies

This course introduces the student to the evolving role of the modern paralegal or legal assistant in today's public and private sectors. Topics of study include the paralegal profession, the legal workplace including employment opportunities, regulation, ethics, civil litigation, criminal law, administrative law, interview writing and critical legal thinking, legal research and the evolving role of technology. Course work involves practical application which includes investigation and gathering facts, discovery, trial support, and judgment enforcement.