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LGL 235 - Wills, Estates & Trusts


This course examines the purpose and need for a will and the legal and procedural issues involved with the drafting, execution, and administration of a will. Students will explore the laws of testate or intestate succession, will validity requirements, modification and revocation of a will, probate administration, and types of trusts. Tax considerations in the administration of estates and ethical principles relevant to paralegals will also be discussed.
Prerequisite: LGL 101 .
3 lecture hours per week.
3 credit hours