PLS-104 Principles of Litigation

This course provides students with a working knowledge of interviewing and investigative techniques, pleadings practice, discovery techniques, pretrial preparation, and court proceedings. Emphasis is given to the paralegal’s role in assisting the attorney in the different stages of the litigation process. This course also stresses ethics as well as attitudes, skills and behaviors required in a professional setting. Total 45 hours of lecture. Prerequisites: PLS 101, PLS 105 recommended. Semester offered: Spring. 3 Credits.