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LEX COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
The department code for the Paralegal program courses have been changed beginning with the 2001-2003 Catalog. The LGT department code has been replaced with LEX.
(The 3/0/0 following the description means that there are three lecture hours per week. The semester offered is indicated by "FA" for Fall, "SP" for Spring and "FA/SP" for both.)
LEX 110 Introduction to Paralegal
Studies 3cr.
This course presents an overview of the legal system and focuses on basic legal
concepts and paralegal skills. Emphasis will be placed on careful reading
for detail, developing analytical and critical thinking skills and written
presentation of arguments. Professional ethics and conduct, issues of
confidentiality, conflicts of interest and unauthorized practice of law are
discussed.
3/0/0 FA/SP
LEX 111 New Jersey Legal
Systems 3cr.
(Formerly LGT 111)
New Jersey’s court system is studied, including an examination of the various
types of legal practices as they relate to the courts. Rules and
procedure of appellate practice, including briefs, filings, petitions and
motions covered. Elements of the Federal court system are reviewed.
3/0/0 FA/SP
LEX 112 Legal Writing 3cr.
(Formerly LGT 104)
This is an introductory course in legal writing. Paralegals are expected
to prepare a variety of legal instruments. This course will introduce the
paralegal to the types of documents, forms, and use.
Prerequisite: LEX 111
3/0/0 FA/SP
LEX 113 Legal Research and Library
Use 3cr.
(Formerly LGT 103)
Students will study and gain practical experience in the techniques of legal
research, references to citations, and use of a law library. Includes
practice in locating and using law forms.
Prerequisite: LEX 111
3/0/0 FA
LEX 122 Family Law 3cr.
(Formerly LGT 222)
This course examines family law practice including complaints, interrogatories,
depositions, motions and pleadings in the areas of divorce, separation and
custody, annulment, adoption, name change, guardianship, legitimacy and other
Family Court procedures are reviewed.
Prerequisite: LEX 111
3/0/0 FA
LEX 123 Bankruptcy Law 3cr.
(Formerly LGT 224)
This course outlines basic debtor/creditor bankruptcy law and provides
guidelines, practices and procedures that a paralegal in this field may
utilize. Topics covered include sources of law, consensual debt creation,
creditor interest in real estate, general provisions of the Bankruptcy Code and
case administration, Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 13.
3/0/0 SP
LEX 124 Real Property 3cr.
(Formerly LGT 213)
This course will enable students to understand the legal and financial
requirements of residential real estate transactions. Students will
become familiar with deeds, contracts, mortgages and other documents commonly
associated with real estate. Students will learn the historical
background, which makes real estate unique, along with a practical
understanding of the different local practices affecting its purchase and
sale. Some basic math skills will be helpful in order to facilitate
understanding of surveys, the proper calculation of taxes and the settlement
statement.
Prerequisite: LEX 111
3/0/0 FA
LEX 125 Comparative Business Entities
3cr.
(Formerly LGT 219)
The sole proprietorship, partnership (general and limited), the limited
liability company and the general business corporation, including an analysis
of formation, operation, dissolution, financing and tax implications of each
entity are covered. Legal documents reviewed will include initial
organizational documents, stock certificates, stock transfer ledger, by-laws
and minutes, trade name certificates, and means of dissolution. Law
practice and procedure will be explored in buy-sell agreements, employment
agreements and non-competition agreements.
3/0/0 SP
LEX 212 Civil Litigation Practice
3cr.
(Formerly LGT 211)
This course covers general rules governing lawyers, courts and civil
practice. Students will become familiar with the court rules, pre-trial
procedure and common legal issues. Special emphasis will be placed on
understanding ethics rules and professional responsibility. Students will
also understand the requirements for filing complaints, answers and for
pre-trial discovery, including interrogatories, depositions, subpoenas and
motion practice.
Prerequisites: LEX 111, BUA 205
3/0/0 FA
LEX 214 Administration of Decedents’
Estates 3cr.
(Formerly LGT 221)
Practice and procedures with respect to estates, wills and their legal effects,
administration of estates, trusts, accountings, devises, bequests, distribution
of estates, law of intestate distribution, obligations of fiduciaries, and the
Probate Division of the courts are covered. An examination of New Jersey
inheritance tax and federal estate tax returns are included.
Prerequisites: LEX 111, BUA 205, and ACC 110 or ACC 112
3/0/0 FA
LEX 225 Paralegal Skills and
Practices 3cr.
(Formerly LGT 220)
The practical application of substantive law concerning civil litigation,
personal and real property, probate practice, family law, administration of
decedents’ estates and legal research. Students will prepare and analyze
documents simulating practice in offices where paralegals may serve, utilizing
skills gained in the prerequisite courses.
Prerequisites: LEX 110, LEX 111, LEX 112, LEX 113,
LEX 122, LEX 124, LEX 125, LEX 212, and LEX 214
3/0/0
LEX 235 Paralegal Internship 3cr.
The internship program provides an opportunity for students to gain workplace
experience. The student will be placed in a law office or other firm
utilizing paralegals and be under the supervision of an attorney. The
internship is guided by prescribed learning outcomes that are specific to the
type and orientation of the firm or business in which the student is placed.
Prerequisites: LEX 110, LEX 111, LEX 112, LEX 113 and LEX 212
3/0/0 By Arrangement