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LAS101: Introduction to Law – 3 credits

Legal terminology and basic legal principles in the areas of tort, contract, and criminal law. Interrelationships among lawyers, the court system, and law enforcement and administrative agencies. Development of a case for trial, adjudication, and post-verdict procedures in the civil and criminal systems. Prerequisites: None.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
15423
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
05/1208/03
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • S. Hauert
Closed
No Seats Available

LAS107: The Paralegal Profession – 3 credits

Focus on the role, responsibilities, and ethical standards of a paralegal. Provides an overview of the legal system and the role of the paralegal in the legal system. Emphasis on professional development and job-search strategies. Prerequisites: None.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
15190
Phoenix
VIRTUAL MEETINGS
Live Online
05/1407/30
Summer 2025
W
7:00PM – 9:30PM
  • A. Davis
Closed
No Seats Available
    • Notes: Class Meets for Twelve (12) Weeks
      This class (LAS107, 15190) has weekly, live, online lectures via the Internet using Canvas and Webex. Class does not meet on campus. Students must be online each week and participate in Webex for the entire scheduled time. Students will need a computer with audio, a webcam, and Internet access.
      Assignment due at 1st class. Login to Canvas 1 week prior to 1st class session for details. For more information, visit: http://bit.ly/pclasinfo

LAS109: Civil Procedures I – 3 credits

Pretrial procedural issues in both Arizona and the federal system. Emphasis on Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure 1-37, 41, 55, 56, and 72-76. Coverage of applicable time limits, filing requirements, and proficiency in locating appropriate provisions in the Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure. Drafting of pleadings and motions and the application of procedural rules pertinent to the early stages of civil litigation. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Paralegal Studies program. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: LAS101 and LAS107 and (BPC110 or CIS105 or permission of Program Director).

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
14994
Phoenix
VIRTUAL MEETINGS
Live Online
05/1208/04
Summer 2025
M
7:00PM – 9:30PM
  • C. Zamora
Closed
No Seats Available
  • Costs include LAS Course Fee: $35.00
    • Notes: Class Meets for Thirteen (13) Weeks
      This class (LAS109, 14994) has weekly, live, online lectures via the Internet using Canvas and Webex. Class does not meet on campus. Students must be online each week and participate in Webex for the entire scheduled time. Students will need a computer with audio, a webcam, and Internet access.
      Assignment due at 1st class. Login to Canvas 1 week prior to 1st class session for details. For more information, visit: http://bit.ly/pclasinfo
      Class 14994 costs include LAS Course Fee: $35

LAS110: Civil Procedures II – 3 credits

Application of the procedural aspects of discovery, trial preparation, and post-trial work as part of a litigation team. Emphasis on practical concerns, such as interviewing of witnesses; preparation of discovery documents, exhibits, and transmittal memoranda; summarizing and indexing depositions; organization of files; preparation of trial notebooks; and participation in a mock trial. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAS109 and (BPC110 or CIS105 or permission of Program Director).

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
15071
Phoenix
VIRTUAL MEETINGS
Live Online
05/1208/04
Summer 2025
M
7:00PM – 9:30PM
  • S. Khan
Open
8 of 24 Seats Available
    • Notes: Class Meets for Thirteen (13) Weeks
      This class (LAS110, 15071) has weekly, live, online lectures via the Internet using Canvas and Webex. Class does not meet on campus. Students must be online each week and participate in Webex for the entire scheduled time. Students will need a computer with audio, a webcam, and Internet access.
      Assignment due at 1st class. Login to Canvas 1 week prior to 1st class session for details. For more information, visit: http://bit.ly/pclasinfo

LAS115: Criminal Trial Procedure – 3 credits

Procedural aspects of the criminal trial process in Arizona state courts from preliminary proceedings through trial. Emphasis on application of the rules of criminal procedure and preparation of common trial documents by paralegals. Documents include the charging instrument, pre-trial motions, and jury instructions. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAS109 and (BPC110 or CIS105 or permission of Program Director).

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
15560
Phoenix
VIRTUAL MEETINGS
Live Online
05/1508/07
Summer 2025
Th
7:00PM – 9:30PM
  • A. Kuffner
Open
7 of 24 Seats Available
    • Notes: Class Meets for Thirteen (13) Weeks
      This class (LAS115, 15560) has weekly, live, online lectures via the Internet using Canvas and Webex. Class does not meet on campus. Students must be online each week and participate in Webex for the entire scheduled time. Students will need a computer with audio, a webcam, and Internet access. Assignment due at 1st class. Login to Canvas 1 week prior to 1st class session for details. For more information, visit: http://bit.ly/pclasinfo
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

LAS131: Legal Writing – 3 credits

The use of proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling in the construction of sentences and the development of paragraphs. Use of case briefs to study effective writing and analytical techniques. Analysis and application of the writing process to produce well-written documents commonly used in the practice of law. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: LAS109 and (BPC110 or CIS105 or permission of Program Director).

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
15068
Phoenix
VIRTUAL MEETINGS
Live Online
05/1307/29
Summer 2025
Tu
7:00PM – 9:30PM
  • D. Fenzel
Open
4 of 24 Seats Available
    • Notes: Class Meets for Twelve (12) Weeks
      This class (LAS131, 15068) has weekly, live, online lectures via the Internet using Canvas and Webex. Class does not meet on campus. Students must be online each week and participate in Webex for the entire scheduled time. Students will need a computer with audio, a webcam, and Internet access.
      Assignment due at 1st class. Login to Canvas 1 week prior to 1st class session for details. For more information, visit: http://bit.ly/pclasinfo

LAS203: Ethics and Professional Practice – 3 credits

Rules of professional responsibility and ethical requirements with an emphasis on their application to legal assistants. Sources of power to regulate the practice of law. Issues related to unauthorized practice of law. Examination of professionalism in the legal profession. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAS131 and (BPC110 or CIS105 or permission of Program Director).

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
15069
Phoenix
VIRTUAL MEETINGS
Live Online
05/1407/30
Summer 2025
W
7:00PM – 9:30PM
  • K. Scheehle
Closed
No Seats Available
    • Notes: Class Meets for Twelve (12) Weeks
      This class (LAS203, 15069) has weekly, live, online lectures via the Internet using Canvas and Webex. Class does not meet on campus. Students must be online each week and participate in Webex for the entire scheduled time. Students will need a computer with audio, a webcam, and Internet access.
      Assignment due at 1st class. Login to Canvas 1 week prior to 1st class session for details. For more information, visit: http://bit.ly/pclasinfo

LAS204: Contract Law – 3 credits

Examination of contracts and their regulation by the Uniform Commercial Code. Review and drafting of basic agreements. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: LAS109 and (BPC110 or CIS105 or permission of Program Director).

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
15070
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
05/1208/03
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • M. Bobrow
Closed
No Seats Available

LAS211: Legal Research – 3 credits

Use of print and electronic media to locate public documents, statutes, administrative regulations, and cases from county, state, and federal jurisdictions. Reading and interpreting research results. Shepardizing. Use of proper citation forms. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: LAS109 and (BPC110 or CIS105 or permission of Program Director).

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
15422
Phoenix
VIRTUAL MEETINGS
Live Online
05/1307/29
Summer 2025
Tu
7:00PM – 9:30PM
  • M. Mahoney
Open
6 of 24 Seats Available
  • Costs include LAS Course Fee: $40.00
    • Notes: Class Meets for Thirteen (13) Weeks
      This class (LAS211, 15422) has weekly, live, online lectures via the Internet using Canvas and Webex. Class does not meet on campus. Students must be online each week and participate in Webex for the entire scheduled time. Students will need a computer with audio, a webcam, and Internet access.
      Assignment due at 1st class. Login to Canvas 1 week prior to 1st class session for details. For more information. visit: http://bit.ly/pclasinfo
      Class 15422 costs include LAS Course Fee: $40

LAS212: Tort Law – 3 credits

Basic elements of negligence, strict liability, intentional torts; defenses; damages; insurance coverage. Evaluation of records and personal injury claims; review of insurance policies; settlement brochure; preparation of case intake memorandum. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAS109 and (BPC110 or CIS105 or permission of Program Director).

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
15067
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
05/1208/03
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • S. Hauert
Open
12 of 24 Seats Available
    • Notes: Class Meets for Twelve (12) Weeks
      Assignment due at 1st class. Login to Canvas 1 week prior to 1st class session for details. For more information, visit: http://bit.ly/pclasinfo
      This class (LAS212, 15067) does not meet in Webex. All work in this class is done in Canvas only.
      Students must participate on a weekly basis during entire course to satisfy requirements.

LAS214: Business Organizations – 3 credits

Analysis and evaluation of business organizations with practical application of the law to analyze the utility, form, and function of Sole Proprietorships, General Partnerships, Limited Partnerships, Limited Liability Companies, and Corporations. Preparation of documents to create the most effective and feasible business organization under a given set of circumstances. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAS109 and (BPC110 or CIS105 or permission of Program Director).

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
15094
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
05/1208/03
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • S. Hauert
Open
6 of 24 Seats Available

LAS225: Legal Research, Analysis, and Writing – 3 credits

Integration and further development of legal research and writing skills with an emphasis on critical thinking, issue analysis, and motion practice. Focus on integrating research, writing, and legal argument development. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAS131 and LAS211 and (BPC110 or CIS105 or permission of Program Director).

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
15114
Phoenix
VIRTUAL MEETINGS
Live Online
05/1508/07
Summer 2025
Th
7:00PM – 9:30PM
  • M. Mahoney
Open
11 of 24 Seats Available
  • Costs include LAS Course Fee: $40.00
    • Notes: Class Meets for Thirteen (13) Weeks
      This class (LAS225, 15114) has weekly, live, online lectures via the Internet using Canvas and Webex. Class does not meet on campus. Students must be online each week and participate in Webex for the entire scheduled time. Students will need a computer with audio, a webcam, and Internet access.
      Assignment due at 1st class. Login to Canvas 1 week prior to 1st class session for details. For more information, visit: http://bit.ly/pclasinfo
      Class 15114 costs include LAS Course Fee: $40

LAS229: Litigation Technologies – 3 credits

Use of presentation software; use of timekeeping, calendaring, and docketing software; use of litigation support software to organize case files; use of electronic trial presentation software in an electronic courtroom; ethical issues. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAS110 and (BPC110 or CIS105 or permission of Program Director).

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
15066
Phoenix
VIRTUAL MEETINGS
Live Online
05/1208/04
Summer 2025
M
7:00PM – 9:30PM
  • C. Granda
Open
9 of 24 Seats Available
  • Costs include LAS Course Fee: $160.00
    • Notes: Class Meets for Thirteen (13) Weeks
      This class (LAS229, 15066) has weekly, live, online lectures via the Internet using Canvas and Webex. Class does not meet on campus. Students must be online each week and participate in Webex for the entire scheduled time. Students will need a computer with audio, a webcam, and Internet access.
      Assignment due at 1st class. Login to Canvas 1 week prior to 1st class session for details. For more information, visit: http://bit.ly/pclasinfo
      Class 15066 costs include LAS Course Fee: $160

LAS280: Paralegal Studies Portfolio Capstone – 1 credit

Demonstration of acquired skills and knowledge through review, revision, and supplementation of electronic portfolio containing evidence of program competencies; preparation, revision, and review of work product samples to facilitate the transition from student to entry-level paralegal. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: LAS110, LAS203, LAS204, LAS214 and (BPC110 or CIS105 or permission of Program Director). Prerequisites or Corequisites: (LAS225 and LAS229) or permission of Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
15115
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
06/3008/03
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
  • R. Wood
Open
9 of 24 Seats Available
    • Notes: Class Meets for Five (5) Weeks
      Assignment due at 1st class. Login to Canvas 1 week prior to 1st class session for details. For more information, visit: http://bit.ly/pclasinfo
      This class (LAS280, 15115) does not meet in Webex. All work in this class is done in Canvas only.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor