13 courses with the subject PAL, 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.
PAL 101Legal Research and Writing3
3 Lecture Hours Description In this course, students explore fundamental legal research techniques. Students review the primary sources of law, particularly cases and statutory law, and secondary law through indexes, digests, encyclopedias, treatises, annotated reports, restatements and law reviews. The course covers the West Key Number system and teaches Shephard’s citations. Students also learn to perform cite and proof checking of legal citations in briefs and other documents. Learning Outcomes
1 Lecture Hours Description In this course, students explore the paralegal profession through an overview of the career field, educational requirements, ethical standards, areas of specialization and work environment settings. They examine certifications, professional associations and the roles and responsibilities of paralegals. Students also identify ethical issues that may arise and develop strategies for meeting their educational and professional goals. The course provides foundational knowledge about the paralegal career path and the skills needed for success. Learning Outcomes
3 Lecture Hours Description This course provides an overview of major topics in Pennsylvania family law including divorce, child custody and support, equitable distribution of assets and adoption. Students study the Pennsylvania Divorce Code and related rules and procedures. Key responsibilities of paralegals practicing in family law are explored with an emphasis on preparing documents such as divorce complaints, separation agreements, child custody orders and support petitions. Learning Outcomes
3 Lecture Hours Description This course provides an in-depth introduction to tort law, focusing on civil wrongs and their appropriate remedies. Students explore fundamental principles in key areas, including intentional torts, negligence, strict liability, product liability, nuisance and common defenses. Through case analysis and practical applications, students develop the knowledge and skills necessary to evaluate and apply tort law to real-world scenarios. Learning Outcomes
3 Lecture Hours Description This course provides an introduction to the civil litigation process from initiation of a lawsuit through the discovery process. Key differences between civil and criminal proceedings are examined. Students develop a working knowledge of jurisdictional rules, pleadings, discovery procedures, and pre-trial motions. Emphasis is placed on the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the Federal Rules of Evidence and the paralegal’s role in assisting litigators with case development, evidence organization and document management throughout the various stages of litigation in both state and federal courts. Learning Outcomes
3 Lecture Hours Description This course provides a comprehensive overview of U.S. immigration and nationality law, focusing on its practical application in law firms, non-profit legal service agencies and corporate settings. Students explore key topics including employment and family-based visas, refugee protection, asylum law and policies impacting vulnerable populations. The course also covers the citizenship process, providing insights into legal procedures and policy considerations that shape immigration law today. Through case studies and real-world applications, students gain valuable knowledge to navigate this complex legal field effectively. Learning Outcomes
3 Lecture Hours Description This course provides students an introduction to estates and trusts, including lifetime trusts established during a person’s lifetime as well as trusts and estates set up upon death. Students examine concepts relating to property, wills, estate planning and administration. Students engage in the probate process and estate administration learning the fundamentals of practice in the probate court and gain an overview of the Uniform Probate Laws. Students also review the various types of nonprobate transfers and the benefits and challenges of structuring assets to allow for direct ownership transfers upon death. Learning Outcomes
3 Lecture Hours Description This course introduces students to the integration of legal theory and practical skills within employment law. Students explore the entire employment relationship, encompassing responses to job advertisements, interviewing, pre-employment testing, contracts of hire, compensation and benefits and the evaluation through termination of employment. Students discuss important issues and topics such as employment discrimination, equal pay, wage laws and the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Learning Outcomes
