PLS-260: Introduction to Paralegal Studies

Course Description

Introduces the student to the paralegal profession and the common core of legal knowledge and skills that all paralegals should possess. Areas covered include: what paralegals do, a history of the profession, the significance of paralegal professional associations, personal attributes of the professional paralegal, employment of paralegals, paralegal specialized practice areas, paralegal compensation, the organizational structure of law firms, the regulation of legal professionals, unauthorized practice of law, and contemporary issues. Aspects of these topics are also included in subsequent courses. This course also introduces students to sources of American law, the court system, and alternative dispute resolution. Emphasis is on the paralegal's participation on the legal team. Two class hours.

  Register for this CourseView Final Exam Schedule

PLS-260 Sections for Spring 2025

With the following scheduling option(s)

1 Section Offered

PLS-260, Section CC1

CRN #36115
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

Jennifer Vigneri

Seats Remaining

16

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureDowntown Campus
Room 356
Jan 27th, 2025 – Apr 10th, 2025Tuesday
3:00 pm - 5:50 pm
Type Lecture
Location Downtown Campus
Room 356
Date(s) Jan 27th, 2025 – Apr 10th, 2025
Day / Time Tuesday
3:00 pm - 5:50 pm