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2019-2020 Law School Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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JD First Year Required |
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JD First Year Elective |
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JD Upper Division Required |
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JD CA Bar Subject |
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JD Upper Division Practice-Based Writing |
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LAW - 899X Competition: Moot Court Fall 1-2 unit(s) Fall Semester: This course emphasizes the development of advanced legal writing and oral advocacy skills. Students in this course compete in an interscholastic (external) appellate advocacy competition, where they work in teams to research and write an appellate brief for one party (on-brief) in a matter of national or regional significance in a hypothetical appeal, followed by oral argument for both/multiple parties (on- and off-brief) before a mock court or tribunal. Competitions occur over a period of months and may include brief and oral components in either or across both semesters, including semester breaks. Specific competitions will vary year to year.
Due to the nature of these competitions, registration in this course is restricted. To be considered for the course, students must be members of the Moot Court Board; or have completed or be concurrently enrolled in Appellate Advocacy; or have approval from the Associate Director of Legal Writing. Also contact the Assoc. Dir. for information about this course and external competitions. This course counts toward completion of the Practice-Based Writing Requirement starting Fall 2020.
Select the appropriate link below to view the course catalog and course schedule on the GGU website:
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LAW - 899Y Competition: Moot Court Spring 1-3 unit(s) Spring Semester: This course emphasizes the development of advanced legal writing and oral advocacy skills. Students in this course compete in an interscholastic (external) appellate advocacy competition, where they work in teams to research and write an appellate brief for one party (on-brief) in a matter of national or regional significance in a hypothetical appeal, followed by oral argument for both/multiple parties (on- and off-brief) before a mock court or tribunal. Competitions occur over a period of months and may include brief and oral components in either or across both semesters, including semester breaks. Specific competitions will vary year to year.
Due to the nature of these competitions, registration in this course is restricted. To be considered for the course, students must be members of the Moot Court Board; or have completed or be concurrently enrolled in Appellate Advocacy; or have approval from the Associate Director of Legal Writing. Also contact the Assoc. Dir. for information about this course and external competitions. This course counts toward completion of the Practice-Based Writing Requirement starting Fall 2020.
Select the appropriate link below to view the course catalog and course schedule on the GGU website:
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JD Upper Division Writing (Prior to Fall 2020) |
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LAW - 875A International Patent Law 2 unit(s) This course provides students with an introduction to the contemporary administration and enforcement of international patent law. Given the current U.S. and international focus on the protection of international intellectual property and its impact on international trade, it should be of interest to all internationally oriented thinkers as well as intellectual property practitioners. The course is divided into an introductory section and a practical application section.
The introductory section provides an overview of International Law and how Intellectual Property Law fits into that legal system. This introductory segment provides students with a basic understanding of fundamental principles of International Law and how it differs from domestic law. Typical subject matter will include areas such as fundamental concepts of International Law (customary law and treaty law) and the international institutions (such as the World Trade Organization - “WTO”), organizations (such as the World Intellectual Property Organization - “WIPO”), and agreements ( such as the WTO Agreement, the GATT, and the Patent Cooperation Treaty) that deal with the worldwide administration and enforcement of intellectual property rights.
The practical application section allows students to apply what they have learned about these international institutions, organizations, and agreements to the solution of real-world administration enforcement issues. The practical application will entail case analyses and document preparation that provide the students with a practical skillset. While this course focuses on issues arising from the international registration and protection of patents, those issues are generally applicable to the international registration and protection of trademarks and copyrights as well. As such, this course is appropriate for all Intellectual Property students. This course does not require the technical or scientific background typically required of patent practitioners. The subject matter we will cover will typically be applicable (in principle) to all forms of intellectual property and adjustments can be made to include and accommodate other types of intellectual property protection as necessary. This course counts toward completion of the Upper Division Writing Requirement.
Select the appropriate link below to view the course catalog and course schedule on the GGU website:
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JD Upper Division Experiential |
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LAW - 896A Externship: Civil Field Placement 2-8 unit(s) This course includes both classroom and field work components. In class, students work toward effectiveness in the field by developing skills, engaging in discussion, and reflecting on goals and performance. In the field, students practice civil litigation or transactional work at private or non-profit law offices, government agencies, or in the legal departments of businesses.
During fall and spring semesters, class meets on six Mondays from 4:30-6:10 PM. Three classes meet on campus. Three classes meet by webinar. During the summer session, class entails a full-day orientation class and online component, rather than six separate class meetings. Students may earn 2-8 credits and the class is offered Fall, Spring, and Summer.
Application required by deadline to enroll and is subject to approval by the Externships Director. The deadline is posted on the externships web page found at law.ggu.edu/clinics-and-centers/externships. This course counts toward completion of the Experiential Learning Requirement. This course is graded on a Credit/No Credit basis.
Select the appropriate link below to view the course catalog and course schedule on the GGU website:
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LAW - 896B Externship: Advanced 2-8 unit(s) This course is open only to students who are repeating an externship in civil or criminal practice. It includes both classroom and field work components. In class, students build on skills developed in prior externships, engage in discussion, and reflect on progressive goals and performance. In the field, students continue their practice in criminal or civil litigation or transactional work. Fieldwork does not need to be in the same office as the previous externship.
All sessions are online-only. Students may earn 2-8 credits per semester.
Application required by deadline to enroll and is subject to approval by the Externships Director. The deadline is posted on the externships web page found at law.ggu.edu/clinics-and-centers/externships. This course counts toward completion of the Experiential Learning Requirement. This course is graded on a Credit/No Credit basis.
Select the appropriate link below to view the course catalog and course schedule on the GGU website:
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LAW - 896C Externship: Judicial 2-8 unit(s) This course includes both classroom and field work components. In class, students work toward effectiveness in the field by developing skills, engaging in discussion, and reflecting on goals and performance. In the field, students practice research, writing, and engage with the neutral aspect of litigation.
During fall and spring semesters, class meets on six Mondays from 4:30-6:10 PM. Three classes meet on campus. Three classes meet by webinar. During the summer session, class may entail a full-day orientation class rather than six separate class meetings. Minimum G.P.A. requirements are 2.5 for state court and 2.75 for federal court. Students may earn 2-8 credits.
Application required by deadline to enroll and is subject to approval by the Externships Director. The deadline is posted on the externships web page found at law.ggu.edu/clinics-and-centers/externships. This course counts toward completion of the Experiential Learning Requirement. Prerequisite(s): LAW 804 Evidence . This course is graded on a Credit/No Credit basis.
Select the appropriate link below to view the course catalog and course schedule on the GGU website:
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LAW - 896F Externship: Criminal Litigation 2-8 unit(s) This course includes both classroom and field work components. In class, students work toward effectiveness in the field by developing skills, engaging in discussion, and reflecting on goals and performance. In the field, students practice criminal litigation in private practice or government agencies.
During fall and spring semesters, class meets on six Mondays from 4:30-6:10 PM. Three classes meet on campus. Three classes meet by webinar. During the summer session, class entails a full-day orientation class and online component, rather than six separate class meetings. Students may earn 2-8 credits and the class is offered Fall, Spring, and Summer.
Application required by deadline to enroll and is subject to approval by the Externships Director. The deadline is posted on the externships web page found at law.ggu.edu/clinics-and-centers/externships. This course counts toward completion of the Experiential Learning Requirement. Corequisite(s): LAW 804 Evidence . This course is graded on a Credit/No Credit basis.
Select the appropriate link below to view the course catalog and course schedule on the GGU website:
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LAW - 896I Externship: Immigration Clinic 2-3 unit(s) This course includes both classroom and field work components held at Golden Gate University and the LGBT Asylum Project. In class, students learn the intricacies of immigration law practice. In the field, students engage in a clinical experience with attorney supervision as they work with clients who are seeking relief in the form of asylum, U-visas, and other humanitarian relief.
The classes and clinics are held on Thursday evenings and four Saturdays during the semester. This course is offered only in Spring, and part-time students receive priority registration.
Students must submit the required Application by the deadline to enroll and all Applications are subject to approval by the Externship Director. The Application deadline is posted on the externships web page found at law.ggu.edu/clinics-and-centers/externships. This course counts toward completion of the Experiential Learning Requirement. Prerequisite(s): LAW 842A or LAW 842D or LAW 706A , or receive approval from the Externship Director. This course is graded on a Credit/No Credit basis.
Select the appropriate link below to view the course catalog and course schedule on the GGU website:
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LAW - 896R Externship: Consumer Rights 2 unit(s) This course includes both classroom and field work components held at the Justice & Diversity Center of the Bar Association of San Francisco. In class, students learn how to defend against debt-collection lawsuits. In the field, students engage in a clinical practice with attorney supervision as they advocate for clients sued by creditors.
The classes and clinics are held on selected Wednesday evenings and also on the last Saturday of the month. Students earn 2 credits, but those who are certified by the State Bar’s Practical Training of Law Students program may petition instructor for a third credit. This course is offered in Spring and is restricted to part-time students during priority registration.
Students may enroll directly without additional externship application via GGU4You. This course counts toward completion of the Experiential Learning Requirement. This course is graded on a Credit/No Credit basis.
Select the appropriate link below to view the course catalog and course schedule on the GGU website:
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JD Elective |
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LAW - 801E Legal Analysis 2 unit(s) Legal Analysis is an intensive skills-based course for first-year law students in their spring semester, designed to improve their academic skills in a small group setting with the one-on-one support of a skills professor. Specifically, the course focuses on the following essential skills for success: reading cases at a deep level, effective briefing, synthesizing course material down to a precise outline, using multiple choice strategies to get to the best answer choice, and engaging in a thorough analysis of the facts against the law. The course is hands-on; students are expected to turn in assignments regularly for feedback, and take timed and untimed practice exams.
The course takes place in lieu of the first-year spring semester 1L Lawyering Elective. Enrollment in Legal Analysis requires approval from Academic Achievement and Student Affairs. This course is graded on a Credit/No Credit basis.
Select the appropriate link below to view the course catalog and course schedule on the GGU website:
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