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LA 110 Introduction to Law
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
An introduction to law and the legal system. The court structure is studied along with the sources of law in the United States. Important terminology and legal concepts are also examined. A brief overview is conducted in the major substantive areas of contracts, torts, property and family law. Civil and criminal procedure are also surveyed. Students learn how to analyze case law and construct case briefs. | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 130 Litigation
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
This course introduces students to the civil litigation. Students will learn about and prepare documents pertaining to each step in a lawsuit. Students will also be exposed to the different issues that have to be considered during the litigation process. | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 131 Litigation Skills II & Ethics
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Prerequisites:
LA 110
LA 130
ENL 131
ENL 131 or equivalent
This course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation for legal assistantship in the litigation setting. This course focuses on the discovery, trial and appellate phases of litigation | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 220 Contracts
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
A study of the basic elements of contract law. Students learn the concepts of offer, acceptance, consideration and performance. Of particular importance is the Uniform Commercial Code and its distinction from common law contract. | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 230 Family Law
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
A basic introduction to the areas of domestic law; including such subjects as: divorce, parental rights, children's rights, the marriage contract, pre-nuptial agreements and paternity. | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 240 Real Estate Law
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A study of the law relating to land transfers and finance. Includes mortgage, other security transactions, deeds, land contracts, sales contract, boundary descriptions, titles issues and title protection (title searches, recording and title insurance). | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 252 Probate I (Estates and Trusts)
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
This course introduces students to the procedural and substantive areas of probate law. Students will learn about wills, gifts, trusts as well as guardianships and conservatorships. | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 253 Probate II
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Prerequisites:
LA 252 not a prerequisite.
This course covers probate matters such as guardianships, conservatorships, adoptions and the Mental Health Code. | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 260 Tort Law
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
A study of the law pertaining to personal injury and property damage cases. Students will learn about the different area of tort law including intentional torts, negligence and strict liability. | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 265 Corporations and Business Organizations
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
A look at forms of business organizations—the sole proprietor, partnerships limited liability company and the corporation, with emphasis on procedures for setting up the corporate entity. Students will learn about the issues that need to be considered when a business entity is formed. Students will also learn about the different business statutes and the process for filing relevant forms with the relevant state authority. | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 275 Civil Procedure & the Rules of Evidence
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A study of the rules of procedure with an emphasis on the Michigan Court Rules and the Michigan Rules of Evidence. | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 280 Legal Research and Analysis I
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
ENL 131
ENL 131 or equivalent
An introduction to the law library and research tools. Develops basic skills in researching and analyzing legal problems. Emphasis is given to preparing and writing legal memoranda. | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 281 Computer Assisted Legal Research
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
LA 280
Builds upon skills acquired in Legal Research I. Students prepare an Appellate Brief and other types of legal writing. | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 294 Legal Assistant Internship
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
Permission from LA director.
Placement for students will be arranged with law firms, courts, corporations, etc. for on-the job training as a legal assistant. Supervising instructor consults with students individually or in a group meeting. Written report required. This course or a co-op equivalent is strongly recommended for every LA major and students must complete all core courses before placement. | 3-6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 299 Independent Study
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Prerequisites:
Permission of the instructor is required.
An in-depth study of a selected topic. | varies | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 352 Criminal Law
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An examination of the purposes and goals of the criminal justice system. Elements of crime, the rights of criminal defendant and punishment and rehabilitation. | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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LA 355 Criminal Evidence and Procedure
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Examination of the balance between law enforcement and individual rights and liberties. An overview of the scope of the constitutional law pertaining to basic due process, search and seizure, self-incrimination and the right to counsel. Basic criminal court procedures are also addressed. | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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