LEGAL 205 - Civil Procedure

5.0 Credits
Study of procedure in civil actions in state trial and appellate courts from commencement to final resolution. Consideration is given to the integration of the skills of the paralegal at all levels of the process.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Apply knowledge of the court system and an understanding of the law of civil procedure to complete litigation related tasks. [REASON]
Identify and use appropriate court rules, statutes and procedures necessary for the preparation and presentation of civil cases. [REASON]
Demonstrate the practical skills necessary for a legal assistant to successfully work with attorneys on civil cases. [REASON]
Draft basic pleadings and other papers used in prosecuting and defending civil cases. [COMMUNICATE]