LGST 3770 - Law Office Technology

Goals: To provide an overview of computerized law office procedures and technology, and the related ethical considerations.

Content: Students will be introduced to computer technology and its application within the law office with particular emphasis on the role of the paralegal. Topics include hardware and technical networking, case management software systems, the paperless law office, law office accounting and billing, litigation support tools, and trends in legal technology.

Taught: Every semester

Prerequisite: LGST 1110 and LGST 1250, and LGST 3520 or concurrent registration in 3520; or permission of the instructor.

Note: Legal specialty course.

Credits: 4