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LGS 160 - Domestic Relations

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
Analyze legal matters relating to marriage, divorce, separation, annulment, child support, alimony, adoption, custody and related topics. Examine the practical aspects of the paralegal’s role in this field. Lab fee $12.

Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in LGS 111 .

Location(s) Typically Offered: Online (OL)

Term(s) Typically Offered: Fall, spring, and summer

Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  1. Prepare a simple divorce complaint.
  2. Recognize grounds and defenses for divorce.
  3. Discuss the Maryland Marital Property Act.