BUSL 401 - Legal Research and Writing

    Recent Professors
    R. Vitt
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    37 students
    Difficulty
    5.1Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    Fundamentals of legal research, writing, and analysis for the paralegal. Topics include: reading and analysis of statutes; research using primary authorities, secondary sources, and computer-assisted research tools; law office writings, including transmittal and client opinion letters, pleadings, law office memorandums, case briefs, and memorandums of law; and legal citation rules.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 6:00pm–7:50pm