MLA 400 Advanced Legal Research
The course will be an intensive review and expansion of legal research and writing. Focus will be placed on the preparation of documents and pleadings in criminal and civil cases. Topics will include, Bluebook citation, cite checking, legislative analysis, and advanced research techniques. Emphasis will be placed on research utilizing Westlaw Next and Lexis Advanced. Prerequisite: MLA 201
Course Objectives:
Demonstrate proficiency in the preparation of legal briefs, pleadings, and persuasive motions for criminal and civil cases.
Demonstrate the ability to property cite legal authority.
Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate a legal argument both orally and in writing.
Demonstrate proficiency in legal research utilizing Westlaw Next and Lexis Advanced.
Prerequisite
MLA 101 and Metropolitan College Students Only