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• PLS 101: Intro to Paralegal Studies

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Philadelphia

  
  3-0-3 A general introduction to the field of legal assistance with specific emphasis on the variety of tasks performed by paralegals in different employment settings, as well as the ethical obligations of paralegals.
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• PLS 111: Legal Research and Writing I

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Philadelphia

  
  3-0-3 This foundation course is an introduction to the field of legal research and writing. It provides students with an overview of the legal research process, the various legal source materials--both primary and secondary--and the basics of drafting a legal memorandum. (Eff. FL22) Prereq: PLS 101, which may be taken concurrently. Prerequisite:    PLS 101, which may be taken concurrently.
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• PLS 115: Legal Technology

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Philadelphia

  
  3-0-3 An introduction to the use of computers and legal specialty software programs in the contemporary law office and other legal environments. The course will examine applications involving office management, document management, electronic discovery and trial presentation. The course will also address legal ethical considerations in the use of computer technology. Prereqs: (Eff. FL22) PLS 101, which may be taken concurrently. Prerequisite:    Prereqs: (Eff. FL22) PLS 101, which may be taken concurrently.
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• PLS 121: Civil Litigation I

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Philadelphia

  
  3-0-3 This foundation course in Civil Litigation for paralegals for paralegals provides students with an overview of the entire litigation process. The course considers the civil court system, client interviews, and the drafting of documents such as initial pleadings and responses. Students are provided with an overview of discovery and civil trial procedures. Prerequisite: (Eff. FL22) PLS 101, which may be taken concurrently. Prerequisite:    (Eff. FL22) PLS 101, which may be taken concurrently.
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• PLS 211: Legal Research and Writing II

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Philadelphia

  
  3-0-3 Provides in-depth practice in legal analysis of primary and secondary legal sources, drafting a wide variety of legal documents, and instruction in the use of computer databases in legal research. Prereq: PLS 111 and ENGL 102. Prerequisite:    PLS 111 and ENGL 102.
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• PLS 215: Electronic Discovery

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Philadelphia

  
  3-0-3 This course will provide an in-depth treatment of both the theoretical and practical aspects of the electronic discovery lifecycle, including the preservation, collection, review, production and analysis of electronically stored information in litigation and investigations. The course will examine aspects of electronic discovery case law and federal and state procedural rules, as well as the ethical guidelines relevant to this evolving field. Prereq: PLS 121. Prerequisite:    PLS 121.
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• PLS 221: Civil Litigation II

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Philadelphia

  
  3-0-3 An advanced course in civil litigation and trial preparation in which analytic skills are refined and experience is acquired by practicing as a litigation paralegal. Prereqs: PLS 101 and PLS 121. Prerequisite:    Prereqs: PLS 101 and PLS 121.
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• PLS 231: Family Law

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Philadelphia

  
  3-0-3 An in-depth, overall introduction to the practice of family law in which practical and analytical skills are developed. Areas studied include legal ethics, marriage, divorce, division of property, alimony, child custody, child support, protection from abuse, premarital and separation agreements, adoption and other topics. Prereqs: PLS 121 and PLS 111. Prerequisite:    Prereqs: PLS 121 and PLS 111.
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• PLS 241: Tort Law

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Philadelphia

  
  3-0-3 An advanced course in Tort Law that involves personal injury litigation and trial practice, and includes principles of Tort law such as negligence, intentional Torts, strict liability, product liability and limited tort options in automobile insurance. Prereq: PLS 121. Prerequisite:    PLS 121.
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• PLS 251: Real Estate Law for Paralegals

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Philadelphia

  
  3-0-3 Introduction to various tasks performed by paralegals as part of the legal profession's role in the conduct of real estate transactions. Prerequisite: PLS 111. Prerequisite:    PLS 111.
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