LGL 120 - Contract Law

This course examines the rules governing formation of contracts and contractual disputes. The student will learn the elements of a valid contract, how to draft a contract, the enforceability of contracts and the judicial process, remedies available when a party fails to perform under a contract and third party interests. An examination of the Uniform Commercial Code and the common law will enable the students to spot the issues relevant to their case. Students will explore the roles of the paralegal in assisting an attorney in drafting the legal contract and handling a case involving a contract dispute.
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours