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Course Description
Legal Writing
LAS-131

Application and analysis of the writing process to produce documents commonly used in the practice of law.

Business Law for Paralegals
LAS-204

Examination and preparation of legal contracts and documents used in the formation and operation of business organizations.

Probate
LAS-208

Analysis of requirements and documents used in estate planning and administration.

Legal Research
LAS-211

Use of print and eletronic media to locate, read, and interpret public documents, statutes, admin- istrative regulations, and cases from county, state, and federal jurisdictions.

Insurance and Tort Law
LAS-212

Basic elements of negligence, strict liability, intentional torts, defenses, damages, and insur- ance coverage. Evaluation of records and personal injury claims, review of insurance policies, settlement brochure, and preparation of case intake memorandum.

Real Estate Transactions
LAS-216

Various aspects of real estate sales, purchases, and encumbrances.

Family Law
LAS-217

Legal analysis of marriage, dissolution of marriage, parental rights and duties, pleading and practice.

Administrative Law
LAS-218

Introduction to the fundamental concepts of admin- istrative law.

Bankruptcy
LAS-219

Bankruptcy laws, procedures, and the role of para- legals in bankruptcy practice.

Legal Interviewing, Investigating, and Report Writ
LAS-220

Interviewing, investigating, questioning, document -ing, and evidence analysis.

Computerized Law Office and Litigation Support
LAS-221

Word processing skills, litigation support systems , presentation programs, billing systems, and trial electronic software for the law office.

Paralegal Internship 1
LAS-222

Internship requiring 27 hours of work in a para- legal capacity.

LETA Academy 1
LET-160

An orientation and introduction to law enforcement as well as an overview of law and legal matters, patrol procedures, and traffic control.

Phlebotomy for Law Enforcement
LET-190

This course is designed for individuals who are employed in law enforcement or current law enforcement training. Students will develop a working knowledge of phlebotomy. Law enforcement officers learn the appropriate procedures for drawing blood, specimen handling, and proper documentation to assure the integrity of evidence and chain of command procedures.

Phlebotomy Refresher for Law Enforcement
LET-191

This course is designed as a refresher course for individuals who are employed in law enforcement or current law enforcement training. Law enforcement officers will review the appropriate and current best practice procedures for drawing blood, specimen handling, and proper documentation to assure the integrity of evidence and chain of command procedures.

LETA Academy 2
LET-260

An orientation and introduction to law enforcement as well as an overview of law and legal matters, patrol procedures, and traffic control.

Introduction to Logistics
LGS-101

Introduction to the field of logistics to include development of logistics systems, careers in logistics, distribution planning, supply chain security, and customer service. Also includes roles and functions of: purchasing, inventory control, physical distribution, warehousing, transportation methods, packaging, and customs.

Freight Claims and Contracts
LGS-103

Loss avoidance procedures, claim preparation, filing procedures, dispute resolution and other considerations involved in the drafting and negotiations of freight and logistics contracts. Legal and regulatory requirements applicable to contracts for product transportation are included.

Warehouse Management
LGS-105

Warehouse functions, processes, organization and operations. Includes analysis of warehouse location, operation, management, controls, procedures, finance, security, cargo/materials handling, and productivity.

Transportation and Traffic Management
LGS-106

Study of domestic freight transportation systems. Includes demand for freight movement, laws, regulations, pricing, policies, traffic management, security, and international transportation issues.