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