Legal Studies

The Legal Studies specialization is designed to provide a broad background in Fundamental legal studies related to work in law firms, financial institutions, insurance companies, governmental agencies or related entities. Students who successfully complete the Legal Studies specialization will:

• possess a foundation in the theory and practice relevant to Legal Studies
• possess related knowledge, skill and abilities that are associated with success in the profession

Legal Studies (15 credits)
PLA 301	Law and the Legal System
PLA 310	Legal Research
PLA 315	Legal Writing
PLA 320	Civil Litigation
	3-credit upper level CS/IT/NSE/ADM/PUB/PLA elective

Approved PLA Electives(15 credits)
PLA 330	Alternative Dispute Resolution
PLA 335	Employment Law
PLA 343	Business Organizations
PLA 405	Administrative Law and Process
PLA 440	Contracts
PLA 480	Bankruptcy