LAW 3500 - Understanding Admin Agencies

Institution:

Pennsylvania Western University

Subject:

Law

Description:

This course presents basic concepts of administrative law and procedure in federal and state agencies, with emphasis on the paralegal's role in the administrative process. Paralegal students will learn both formal and informal advocacy techniques, including representing clients before administrative bodies. Substantive topics will include administrative delegation of power, rule making, agency discretionary powers, remedies and judicial review. Procedural topics include agency operation, adjudication, hearing preparation, and administrative and judicial appeals.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pennwest.edu/

Phone Number:

(724) 938-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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