Course Detail: CLSFAMLAW - Family Law
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Family law pertains to the formation and dissolution of domestic relations, including the law of marriage, annulment, separation and dissolution, maintenance, and custody and support of children. This course will study the differences between community and separate property, the classification of property, and the impact of such classification. The role of the paralegal in family law practice and the importance of mediation of domestic issues will also be discussed.
Additional Information
Students are required to complete six Advanced Paralegal Course topics to receive a certificate. Each topic is offered in a seven-week online session. Students must successfully complete the Core Requirements before they take the Advanced Paralegal Course. Up to three Advanced Paralegal Course topics may be taken during a seven-week online session and Advanced Paralegal Course topics do not have to be taken in any particular order.
Registration Deadlines | ||
Course Opens | Register By | |
August 24 | August 28 | |
October 19 | October 23 | |
January 13 | January 17 | |
March 9 | March 13 | |
May 4 | May 8 | |
June 29 | July 3 |
Continuing Education Units and Contact Hours
Per course: 45 clock hours or 4.5 CEUs
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Format
Online
Cost
$400+Books & Westlaw
For Content Questions
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