13 courses with the subject LAW, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
LAW 101Introduction to Law
Introduces an understanding of law through its forms, classifications and sources. Impact of law as influenced by political, social and economic needs; legal rights and their enforcement; federal and state court systems; and functions of administrative agencies. A study of the lawsuit, jurisdiction, pleadings, preparation of forms and role of the paralegal. (offered fall semester only) No prerequisite. Offered on: A-E-G / 3 cr. hrs.
Introduces roles that paralegals fill in the American legal system. Students examine ethical considerations of a paralegal and fundamental concepts a paralegal needs to understand. Includes materials designed to develop basic legal skills such as interviewing, investigation, research and writing as a foundation for the other courses in the paralegal program. (offered fall semester only) No prerequisite. Offered on: A-G / 3 cr. hrs.
Introduction to law: law as a social institution, its origin, development and administration; law of contracts, agency, employment, insurance, government regulations of business. Emphasis on personal property, bailments and real property. No prerequisite. Offered on: A-E-G / 3 cr. hrs.
In-depth study of all tools and procedures available to an attorney in preparing for and conducting civil litigation. Emphasis placed on preparing motions, subpoenas, gathering evidence, documentation and witnesses. (offered spring semester only) Prerequisite/corequisite: LAW101 or permission of the Chair/Academic Dean. Offered on: A-G / 3 cr. hrs.
Continuation of Business Law I. Commercial paper, creditors rights, secured transaction, partnerships, corporation, agency, wills and estates. Emphasis on Uniform Commercial Code. Prerequisite: LAW111. Offered on: A-E-G / 3 cr. hrs.
An internship program conducted in various Suffolk County government departments, private business legal departments and private law offices. Students have opportunity to relate skills learned in the classroom to actual law office applications and to acquire experience in a law office setting. Registration in this course requires that students purchase liability insurance through the college. Internship hours: average of eight hours per week. Class meetings: one- hour session per week. (offered spring semester only) Prerequisite/corequisite: LAW101 or permission of the Chair/Academic Dean. Offered on: A-G / 3 cr. hrs.
Study of property ownership, closings, property management, property financing, and instruments pertaining thereto including development of consumer rights. Students trained to assist in investigation, preparation and maintenance of records necessary to perform the above services in a corporate law department or law office. (offered spring semester only) Prerequisite/corequisite: LAW101 or permission of the Chair/Academic Dean. Offered on: A-G / 3 cr. hrs.
Provides an understanding of functions of the law library and develops research skills through use of digests, encyclopedias, reporter systems and practice manuals. Requires participation in drafting special research projects and preparation of pleadings. Prerequisite/Corequisite: LAW101 or permission of the Chair/Academic Dean. (offered fall semester only) Offered on: A-G / 3 cr. hrs.
This course focuses on the importance of legal communication; specifically the use of effective legal writing when communicating with clients, adversaries, and the courts. Specific writing assignments will include both interoffice and external written communications. Students will be required to prepare various legal documents including pleadings, motions, memoranda and legal briefs. (offered fall semester only) Prerequisite/corequisite: LAW101 or permission of the Chair/Academic Dean. Offered on: A-G / 3 cr. hrs.
Review of legal aspects information of business entities, including sole proprietorship, partnership and corporation, with a survey of fundamental principles of law applicable to each and preparation of documents necessary to organization and operation of each. (offered spring semester only) Prerequisite/corequisite: LAW101 or permission of the Chair/Academic Dean. Offered on: A-G / 3 cr. hrs.
Study of wills and trusts and survey of fundamental principles of law applicable to each. Also, a study of organization and jurisdiction of surrogate's court, detailed analysis of administration of estates and review of estate and inheritance taxes applicable to such estates. (offered fall semester only) Prerequisite/corequisite: LAW101 or permission of the Chair/Academic Dean. Offered on: A-G / 3 cr. hrs.
◆ These courses constitute the major courses in this curriculum. Additional Notes: 1) This program offers the option for online classes. The total amount of credits available online: 100% For Program Learning Outcomes and the most current program information, visit www.sunysuffolk.edu/explore-academics/majors-and-programs/paralegal-studies
