LEGL 385 - Legal Studies Special Topic EL

1 TO 3 Credits
This seminar course gives students an opportunity to explore, in greater depth, legal topics introduced in prior classes. The emphasis of the class will be on the application of skills and knowledge previously acquired and the promotion of access to justice.

Note: Course may be repeated twice for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 215 and junior status or Post-Baccalaureate Certificate student with the approval of the Department Chair for Legal Studies
Course Learning Outcomes:
1. Apply the appropriate substantive law to all clinical work presented in the class.
2. Apply the appropriate procedural law to all clinical work presented in the class.
3. Demonstrate the ability to function as a valuable member of the legal team assigned.
4. Draft correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents as needed for the completion of the clinical work presented.
5. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the Code of Professional Conduct as it relates to the clinical work presented in the class.