course descriptions
 

           
     

Course Details

LEX 140   Civil Litigation I
   
Lecture: 03 Lab: 00
Clinical:  00 Credit: 03
   
Components:  None
Prerequisites: Take DRE-098 or ENG 090 and RED 090 or Placement Test Credit Equivalent
Corequisites:   None
   
This course introduces the structure of the legal system and the rules governing civil litigation. Topics include jurisdiction and the state and federal rules of civil procedure and evidence. Upon completion, students should be able to assist an attorney in pre-litigation matters and preparation of pleadings and motions.
This course is also available through the Virtual Learning Community (VLC).