LAW 5823 - Law Office Practice

Credit(s): 2
This is an experiential simulation course in which students learn the skills necessary to effectively manage a law office. Through simulated exercises and problem based scenarios, students learn techniques in legal writing and preparation of legal instruments; including preparation of contracts, wills, trusts, pleadings, legal opinion letters, and other documents commonly used in practice. Students also engage in the study of law office management methods and practice and the Louisiana Rules of Professional Conduct related to law office management. The course is graded Pass/Fail (E, HP, P, F).