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LGL 2016 - Administrative Law


Credits: 3

This course presents a basic understanding of legal concepts affecting public administrative agencies, including the way in which administrative agencies fit into the United States system of government. Students will study the types and organization of administrative agencies, sources of administrative law, rulemaking, legislative oversight, agency actions, controls on agencies, appeals, adjudications, and judicial review. The course will explore these concepts within the framework of specific areas of agency authority, such as immigration, social security, and civil rights law. The paralegal’s role within the practice of administrative law will be emphasized, including application of pertinent paralegal skills and ethical decision making.

Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENG 1010  or permission of the program coordinator
Previous LGL* 216