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POLT 430 - Legal Advocacy


Semester Offered: First Semester, Second Module
Credits (Range): 1-2 Hours
Attribute: 1-2 SS

New Course Added 10.11.2007.

Topics include: Approaching a case and developing a core theory; information literacy and research skills; legal writing (pre-trial motions, legal research memoranda, oral arguments, and briefs); presenting oral arguments; court procedures and decorum; professional responsibility and ethics. Students will participate in an on-campus mock trial. This course is by consent. It is a required for Oberlin Law Scholars, and is not open to first year students. Those interested in participating in Moot Court competitions will be given a priority in enrollment. Enrollment Limit: 30.
Instructor: W. Vodrey


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