NSU 2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog

275 Nova Southeastern University • Undergraduate Student Catalog • 2014–2015 FARQUHAR COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES 2. Demonstrate basic legal research and critical thinking skills used to categorize, organize, prioritize, and evaluate legal issues; 3. Prepare documents (e.g., memos, case briefs, correspondence, and pleadings) that meet professional legal standards. Paralegal Studies Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Requirements (30 credits) LEGS 1150 Introduction to Law and the Legal Profession (3 credits) LEGS 2100 Legal Research and Writing (3 credits) LEGS 2200 Computer Applications for the Legal Profession (3 credits) LEGS 3050 Criminal Law and Procedure (3 credits) LEGS 3260 Real Estate Practice I (3 credits) LEGS 3300 Torts and Civil Litigation (3 credits) LEGS 3360 Wills, Trusts, and Estates I (3 credits) LEGS 3400 Business Relations and Organizations (3 credits) LEGS 3550 Family Law (3 credits) Any 4000-level LEGS course (3 credits) Federal Disclosures: Visit www.fcas.nova.edu/programs/certificates/paralegal.cfm for details on this certificate program, including occupations the program prepares students to enter; on-time graduation rates; expected program lengths; tuition and fees; typical costs for books, supplies, room and board; post-completion job placement rate; and students’ median loan debt.