Studies the relationship between social values, culture and the law, with particular emphasis on current events. Examines the structure of the American court system, its processes, and the American constitutional framework and federalism, methods of alternative dispute resolution, and a survey of major areas in American law, including torts, business and contracts, intellectual property, family law and estate planning. Lab access fee of $32 for computers applies.

Introduction to the legal profession and law office environment. Introduction to the work performed by paralegals, regulation of the paralegal profession, paralegal professional organizations, and lawyer and paralegal professional ethics. Examines in depth the issues of paralegal licensing and the unauthorized practice of law. Introduction to the legal system, the sources of American law, and to legal research using Casemaker. Lab access fee of $32 for computers applies.

Overviews court system, emphasizing the Utah State Courts, rules of procedure for civil, criminal and appellate court processes. Reviews all phases of litigation, from pre-litigation and strategic planning through post-judgment processes. Resolves questions of jurisdiction, venue, choice of law, litigation strategy, discovery, and other key processes.

Introduces the student to the legal system and legal sources including case law, statutory law, administrative regulations, and secondary sources. Provides basic instruction in print research in the law library and to electronic research using Westlaw and government resources. Emphasizes legal analysis and introduces students to legal writing. Lab access fee of $32 for computers applies.

Introduces computer technology and its application within law practice. Teaches the use of computers in litigation support, case management applications and production of legal documents. Includes lab experience using computers and simulated case problems. Completers should be qualified to work in jobs requiring case management and automated litigation support. Lab access fee of $32 for computers applies.

Designed for paralegal majors to provide on-the-job work experience on a paid basis that will utilize the student's skills and abilities in the fields of law, law office, or other approved law related situations. Requires a portfolio of acquired work experience and enhanced skills. Includes student, employer, and coordinator evaluations; on site coordinator visits; written assignments; and oral presentations. Provides experience in formulating and completing individualized work experience objectives. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits toward graduation. May be graded credit/no credit.