ELECTIVE CLASSES
Open Enrollment
Each year paralegals and students with special interests participate in elective courses from FAU’s Legal Assistant Program. These courses are not part of the Legal Assistant Certificate Program; they are available for those who wish to sharpen their skills, develop new ones, or enhance their knowledge. No application is required for elective courses. Just call 1.800.228.5845 to register. Paralegals will receive CEU’s to maintain CLA certification.
LA-14 Immigration Law
Immigration Law begins with the topic of American citizenship and continues with the study of admissibility, inadmissibility, naturalization and removal. In addition to the complex constitutional laws, statutes and regulations involved in the various processes and steps, the course will cover the context of the broader historical and political forces that shaped the body of immigration law. You will get skills training in the interpretation of difficult statutes and regulations, a working knowledge of the many forms required by the DHS/USCIS for the working practitioner, and an understanding of how our immigration policies fit into the study of civil rights and liberties.
$285.00, 24 hrs., 2.4 CEUs
8 Tuesdays
Apr 10 – May 29
7 :10 – 10 :10 p.m.
Boca Raton campus
#LA – 14 0412
or
8 Tuesdays
Oct 16 – Dec 4
7:10-10:10 p.m.
Boca Raton Campus
#LA-14 1012
LA-18 Foreclosures
The student will be introduced to the principles of mortgage foreclosure law in Florida. Topics for study include: statutory and case law, plaintiff and defendant’s position, the promissory note, the role and position of the lender, the auction process, and procedural aspects. The student will learn about the lien and judgement process in Florida. Alternatives to foreclosure, including the “Short Sale”, will also be discussed. In addition to lectures the student will also be required to research the law, draft correspondence and pleadings.
$135, 9 hrs., 0.9 CEUs
3 Saturdays
May 19 – June 2
9:00 – 12.00 p.m.
Boca Raton Campus
#LA – 18 0512
LA – 19 Workers’Compensation
The nature of the Workers’ Compensation system in Florida, necessitates a high volume practice for which qualified paralegals are always in demand. This course offers a practical approach where you will develop a working knowledge of all aspects of the Workers’ Compensation system. An in depth study of a worker’ compensation claim will be conducted, from the initial report of injury through final hearing and settlement of the case, including any potential Social Security Disability, Medicare and Third Party Liability ramifications. Additionally, the most recent and significant, substantive and procedural changes in the law will be examined as relates to employer responsibility as well as the rights and remedies available to injured workers. The course will also focus on the distinctions between administrative law and civil law in general and Workers’ Compensation law and Personal Injury law in particular.
$285.00, 24 hrs., 2.4 CEUs
8 Tuesdays
Feb 7 – April 3
(no class 3/6/12)
7:10 – 10:10 p.m.
Boca Raton Campus
#LA-19 0212
LA - 20 Disability Law
We will study how the law is intended to protect and impact people with physical and mental disabilities. Specifically, this course will focus on the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Fair Housing Act, and the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act. In addition, we’ll take a look at some of the court cases that changed the way we relate to people with disabilities, and at the various social perceptions and policies. Because disability law touches upon many other areas of law, this course will benefit anyone interested in employment law, civil rights law, elder law, health law, housing law and criminal law.
$235, 18hrs., 1.8 CEUs
6 Tuesdays
Sept 4 – Oct 9
7:10 – 10:10 p.m.
Boca Raton Campus
#LA-20 0912
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1.800.228.5845
To register for LA-1 Introduction to Law starting January 9 or January 14, 2012 call 1.800.228.5845.
For more information, call 561-297-3648 or e-mail rrmagdal@fau.edu
