LAW 263 - Ethics

Credits: 3

Description
Highlights the relationship between the court, attorney, client, and legal assistant. Discusses what a legal assistant may and may not do. Explains the conflicts of interest dealing with witnesses, adverse parties, and confidentiality.

Student Learning Outcomes

Discuss and summarize the types of ethical dilemmas that paralegal assistants will face in the work force.
Explain and interpret the ethical obligations owed to all parties including the attorney, client, court, witnesses, and adverse parties. (Human Relations).
Identify and discuss ethical rules developed by the American Bar Association and specific rules adopted by this jurisdiction for the regulation of attorney and paralegal conduct.

Prerequisite: None