PLGL215

The purpose of this course is to train paralegals/ legal assistants to perform, under the direction and supervision of a lawyer, criminal litigation support work, which, absent the paralegal or legal assistant, would be performed by a lawyer. The course is designed to give an overview of the law, rules of procedure, ethical and professional responsibilities, and tasks essential to the role of the paralegal in assisting the attorney and the client in the criminal litigation process. NOTE: This course is offered only in the Spring term. (Prerequisite: PLGL-105 or instructor's approval)