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PAR101 (3 Credits)

Comprehensive introduction into the legal profession with a focus on the paralegal's role. Introduction into legal terminology, basic legal principles, and the parties involved in the legal system. Prerequisites: None.

PAR102 (3 Credits)

Introduction into legal research, analysis and writing. Covers legal research binding, persuasive authority, and use of legal citation. Includes components and use of case law and briefs in addition to use of secondary sources and digests. Also covers electronic legal research and research plans. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ENG101 or ENG107) and (BPC110 or CIS105) and (CRE101 or equivalent as indicated by assessment), or permission of Program Director.

PAR103 (3 Credits)

Advanced legal writing and research. Analysis and application of the writing process to produce well-written documents commonly used in the practice of law. Covers various types of legal writing, including memorandum of law, persuasive writing, and legal correspondence. The use of proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling in the construction of sentences and the development of paragraphs. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR102, or permission of Program Director.

PAR104 (3 Credits)

Paralegal rules of professional responsibility and ethical requirements. Includes regulation of the profession as well as unauthorized practice of law and confidentiality. Also covers conflict of interest, competence, and negligence. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ENG101 or ENG107) and (BPC110 or CIS105) and (CRE101 or equivalent as indicated by assessment) and PAR102, or permission of Program Director.

PAR106 (3 Credits)

Legal principles of tort, contract, and criminal law. Includes roles and responsibilities of court systems, the legal community, and the paralegal. Also covers procedures for preparing cases for trial, adjudication, and post-trial. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR102, or permission of Program Director.

PAR112 (3 Credits)

Responsibilities of the paralegal in the civil litigation process. Includes review of the American court system and techniques for case investigation. Also covers case management and evidence procedures as well as settlements and pleadings. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ENG101 or ENG107) and (BPC110 or CIS105) and (CRE101 or equivalent as indicated by assessment), or permission of Program Director.

PAR114 (3 Credits)

Civil litigation responsibilities of the paralegal in the areas of discovery, depositions, pretrial, and post-trial procedures. Includes preparation of clients, witnesses, and exhibits for the courtroom. Also covers responsibilities of the paralegal in the evidentiary phase of trial, post-trial, and the appeals process in addition to collection and enforcement of judgments. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR112, or permission of Program Director.

PAR206 (3 Credits)

Overview of business law for the paralegal. Includes a review of basic contract formation and enforcement, fundamental law concepts, ethics, and social responsibility. Also includes topics such as white collar and corporate crime, consumer protection, employment laws, international commerce, and intellectual property. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR103 and PAR112, or permission of Program Director.

PAR208 (3 Credits)

Introduction to tort law and the responsibilities of the paralegal. Includes elements of types of various types of torts, negligence, and defenses in addition to classification of and legal issues pertaining to damages. Also covers insurance and its application to tort law as well as procedures for records evaluation and calculation of net settlements. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR103 and PAR112, or permission of Program Director.

PAR224 (3 Credits)

Technology resources and procedures for the law office. Includes types of hardware and software in addition to office security. Also covers paperless office and electronic research procedures as well as use of trial presentation software. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR104 or Corequisites: PAR104.