LEGL 1040 Introduction to Law

3 Credit Hour(s)

This introductory course is required for all students in the Paralegal Studies program and is designed to provide a general overview of the legal system and various substantive areas of the law, such as contracts, criminal law, torts, and real estate. Students are introduced to the structure and functions of the court systems, the steps in legal proceedings, the various kinds of law books and the law library, and the American system of law. Special attention is given to learning legal terminology.

Prerequisite(s): DSPR 0800, DSPW 0800 or equivalent