PLS-273: Computer Support Systems

Course Description

Provides students with the tools to manage litigation. Students learn to determine the criteria for selecting litigation management systems by comparing software demo disks, critiquing systems used in local litigation practices, and bearing in mind the wisdom gained from guest experts. The systems include filing, indexing, and organizing cases involving large numbers of documents, manual and automated litigation support systems, litigation plan and budget worksheets, and court and responsible attorney schedules. Emphasis is on systems and teamwork with the attorney, the law office administrator, computer specialists, other paralegals, and the legal secretary to assure continuing quality effort to manage litigation cases. THIS COURSE FOR PARALEGAL STUDENTS ONLY. One class hour.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of PLS 267, 268, 269 and 270, or permission of program director. 1 Credit.

PLS-273 Sections for Fall 2011

With the following scheduling option(s)

1 Section Offered

PLS-273, Section CF1

CRN #12647
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

Susan Kavanagh

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureDamon City Campus
Room TBA
Sep 6th, 2011 – Oct 8th, 2011Saturday
9:00 am - 11:50 am
Type Lecture
Location Damon City Campus
Room TBA
Date(s) Sep 6th, 2011 – Oct 8th, 2011
Day / Time Saturday
9:00 am - 11:50 am

***Registration is restricted to PL01 students***

***Department permission required to register***