PLG-230 Family Law

This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of family law including prenuptial agreements, valid and void marriages, annulments, separation agreements, custody and child support, divorce, spousal maintenance, paternity, adoption, family offenses, and child protection. Emphasis will be placed on the preparation of necessary documents, filing procedures, and interview techniques. Offered on a regular rotating basis.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

PLG-100 and PLG-125

Department

• Business

Semesters Course Will Be Offered

• Fall
• Spring

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PLG 230: Family Law

Department

Business

Course Description

This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of family law including prenuptial agreements, valid and void marriages, annulments, separation agreements, custody and child support, divorce, spousal maintenance, paternity, adoption, family offenses, and child protection. Emphasis will be placed on the preparation of necessary documents, filing procedures, and interview techniques. Offered on a regular rotating basis.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

Lecture	3
Lab	0
Other	0

Grading Scheme

Letter

Semester(s) Course Will Be Offered

Fall, Spring

Prerequisites

PLG-100 and PLG-125

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Describe the New York state law governing family law.
2. Apply the elements of family law to the preparation of various legal documents.
3. Prepare a Judgment Roll based on a given fact situation.