Student Learning Outcomes

• Students successfully completing Advanced Legal Analysis and Writing (PLGL 32) will have successfully completed the official paralegal certification program offered by Lexis/Nexis. This certification is offered for free, online. If Lexis/Nexis stops offering the certification in this manner, the program may discontinue this SLO.
• Students successfully completing PLGL 32 will have successfully completed the official paralegal certification program offered by Westlaw. This certification is offered for free, online. If Westlaw stops offering the certification in this manner, the program may discontinue this SLO.
• Students completing PLGL 32 - Advanced Legal Analysis and Writing will be able to prepare a legal memorandum.
• Students completing PLGL 32 - Advanced Legal Analysis and Writing will be able to prepare a trial brief.
• Successful PLGL 32 course completers will have met with a counselor or educational advisor and prepared an educational plan for their coursework at Mt. SAC. Alternatively, students may submit a copy of their petition to graduate (at the conclusion of that semester).