PAR137 - Ethics & Prof. Resp. for Paral

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PAR137 - Ethics & Prof. Resp. for Paral
Paralegal Studies
This course introduces students to the essential ethical principles and professional codes which regulate legal professionals. Emphasis will be placed on analyzing how these general principles are applied in a legal office. Specific principles that will be covered include the unauthorized practice of law, client confidentiality, conflict of interest, setting legal fees, responsibility for holding a client's funds, advertising legal services, and client solicitation. The course will also cover how attorneys and paralegals are disciplined if they violate their professional codes.
Prerequisite: Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 (EN 2103) or higher placement and eligible for ENG 101 (EN 1103).
Credits: 3

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