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Immigration is a notoriously complex area of law, because it is both detailed and technical. Moreover, Immigration Law, like other administrative law fields, is highly procedure, form and document driven. This course will provide an overview of the main subject areas which are the basis of U.S. Immigration Law. This course will expose students to the unique laws of immigration and provide some of the tools utilized to keep up to date with the constant changes. The objective of this course is to introduce students to commonly used immigration terms and abbreviations, the governmental agencies involved, the various temporary and permanent immigration options, the different immigration forms and their purpose, and the requirements of some of the most commonly used immigration processes in family-based and employment-based immigration. This course will also cover the paralegal’s roles and responsibilities as it relates to working in an Immigration Law office.   Important Information:This course is not part of the Paralegal Certificate program and will not count towards that certificate. Anyone may enroll in this course to learn more about Immigration Law.

An examination of relief available for individuals and businesses under the Bankruptcy Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (BAPCPA). The rights and duties of debtors and creditors are presented. Special emphasis is placed on the responsibilities of the legal assistant in interviewing clients and preparing documents.

The first course of a two-part litigation series. You will learn the fundamentals of civil and criminal litigation, initiation of lawsuits, how to draft a complaint, courts and jurisdiction, discovery, calendars, docket checks and depositions.

This unique experience will take you on a guided, interactive tour of the most influential legal offices in Cobb County. The tour will give you the opportunity to witness processes in action, observe court proceedings and learn the roles of each position. In doing so, you will gain knowledge and confidence in navigating the different courts and departments within the county system. Tour takes place at the Marietta Square. Stops include: Probate Court Sheriff’s Office Magistrate Court State Court Clerk’s Office State Court Administration Juvenile Court Superior Court Judge District Attorney’s Office Superior Court Clerk’s Office

An introduction to substantive and constitutional law that includes search and seizure, arrest, confessions, citizens' rights, court functions, admissible evidence and investigative techniques. Emphasis is placed on the practical uses in assisting defense attorneys including procedural issues for arrest warrants, probable cause hearings, grand juries and trial issues.

Learn basic concepts and general procedures governing estates, trusts and wills. Covers federal estate and gift taxes, estate planning, administration and probate. 

Develop essential skills you will utilize throughout your legal career, including the parameters, policies, and the different types of programs you will be using as a paralegal. Focus on the nuts and bolts of a law office and the various legal management areas including legal fees, timekeeping, billing and financial management, ethics and professional responsibility.  You will also be introduced to Microsoft Office Suite, document assembly software, trail presentation software and online legal research engines.   Students should bring their textbook to class. Please note that is is an eight-week course.