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LGLA2331 - Advanced Legal Research and Writing

Catalog Description: Standard and electronic research techniques and preparation of complex legal documents such as briefs, legal office memoranda, and citation forms with emphasis on the paralegal's role. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 0

Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: LGLA 1301, LGLA 1307, ENGL 1301

Semester Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours per Week:
Contact Hours per Semester: 48
State Approval Code: 2201030000

Course Subject/Catalog Number: LGLA 2331
Course Title: Advanced Legal Research and Writing

Course Rationale:

Legal Research and Writing (LGLA 1301) focuses primarily on legal research techniques and simple writing tasks. This course places greater emphasis on legal writing.

Learning Objectives:

Understand advanced techniques of legal research; understand proper forms of legal writing.

Specific Tasks Accomplished:

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to accomplish the following tasks:

1. Analyze complex legal issues.
2. Apply effective research strategies to resolve those issues.
3. Report the results in an acceptable written form.

Grading Policy:

Your grade will be determined from....

Textbook Requirement:

1. Textbook listed in bookstore
2. Law Dictionary is recommended

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