LEGL 384 - Comparative Legal Analysis/Study Abroad EL

3 Credits
In this class, students will conduct a comparative legal analysis between the United States system of jurisprudence and the judicial system of the country the student is visiting during a study abroad experience.

Prerequisite(s): LEGL 101
Course Learning Outcomes:
1. Compare the sources of law in both the United States and the study abroad host country.
2. Compare the code of professional conduct for legal professionals in both the United States and the study abroad host country.
3. Contrast the process of passing laws in the United States and the study abroad host country.
4. Differentiate the organization of the courts, including the jurisdictional requirements of courts in the United States and the study abroad host country.
5. Analyze the role of paralegals, as well as other legal professionals, in both the United States and the study abroad host country.