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 9 – May 28
7 :10 – 10 :10 p.m.
Boca Raton campus
#LA – 14 0412
or
8 Tuesdays
Oct 22 – Dec 10
7:10-10:10 p.m.
Boca Raton Campus
#LA-14 1013
LA- 17 Bankruptcy Law
From Charles Ponzi to Bernard Madoff, with today’s headlines a working knowledge of bankruptcy and creditors’ rights laws is essential. In this course, we will explore the most common types of bankruptcy filings. We will analyze the roles of the various constituents in a bankruptcy case: the debtor, the creditors, and the trustee. We will also explore typical bankruptcy court litigation and the roles paralegals play in everyday bankruptcy practice.
$275, 21 hrs., 2.1 CEU’s
7 Tuesdays
Sept 3 – Oct 15
7:10 – 10:10 p.m.
Boca Raton campus
#LA – 17 0913
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 18 – June 1
9:00 – 12.00 p.m.
Boca Raton Campus
#LA – 18 0513
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1.800.228.5845
For more information, call 561-297-3648 or e-mail rrmagdal@fau.edu
