LGST 3540 - Family and Gender Issues in Law

Goals: To introduce students to the theories, policies, and practices of law affecting women, men, and children in their familial, domestic, and gender roles.

Content: The course will explore the many complicated applications of law that affect men, women, and children in their relationships with each other. Analytical, practical, and verbal skills necessary for working in the area of family law will be emphasized. Students will examine laws affecting the gender roles and status of people within domestic relationships through lecture, class assignments, and exams. Students will produce a simulated client file demonstrating their ability to apply the legal principles and procedures that are covered throughout the course.

Taught: Alternate years.

Prerequisite: LGST 1250 or LGST 5000 (may be taken concurrently.)

*Paralegal specialty course.

Credits: 4 credits