PLGL 101 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies

Institution:

Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

Subject:

Paralegal Studies

Description:

Introduction to the American legal system. This course outlines the organization and jurisdiction of federal and state courts; introduces legal terminology, ethics and research discusses the role that the paralegal plays within the profession, as well as their responsibilities to lawyers; and surveys the general law areas, including torts, criminal law, property law, family law, business organizations, and estate law. Pre or Corequisite: ENGL 101. (FYS)

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H or ENGL 102 or ENGL 102H or ENGL 104 or ENGL 106

Corequisites:

ENGL 101, ENGL 101H, ENGL 102, ENGL 102H, ENGL 104, ENGL 106

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.hacc.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 780-2300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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