LAW 821 - Domestic Violence

3 credit(s) Irregularly

This course will analyze case law as well as other text and articles applicable to domestic violence cases. One of the objectives of this course will be to expose, through class discussions, some of the misconceptions regarding domestic violence and its victims. Students will have the opportunity to participate in simulated exercises designed to develop interviewing and information gathering techniques necessary for the thorough representation of the domestic violence victim in court. Visits to the class by guest speakers are also planned. The course will delve into all of the possible issues that need to be addressed in representing the domestic violence victim.