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Apr 17, 2024
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2010-2011 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]
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LEGL 105 - LEGAL ETHICS, INTER & INVESTIGATION Credits: Three Prerequisite: LEGL 101 This course provides a clear understanding of the concepts and
rules that govern the practice of legal ethics. Students will
examine the ethical rules promulgated for the practice of law and
their relevance to paralegals. The course includes the study of
ethical rules developed by the American Bar Association, the State
of Missouri, the State of Illinois, and Paralegal Associations.
This course also introduces students to the basics of interviewing
and investigation. Issues covered include establishing rapport with
clients, questioning techniques, witness interviews, and finding
and preserving information. Through mock exercises, students will
interview and investigate in various legal settings.
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