GOVT 3150 The American Legal System - Courses & Programs

Course description

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the American legal system, its roots in natural and common law, the purposes/values it serves (e.g., resolution of private grievances; punishment of offenses against the polity and individuals; preservation, development, and limitation of individual and group rights; and facilitation of commerce and private agreements), and the roles of the judiciary, legislature, and private parties. The course is taught using the Socratic method employed at most US law schools and introduces students to fundamental concepts and techniques used by attorneys and courts in analyzing cases, interpreting statutes, and determining disputes. As in law school, students are expected to read assigned materials before each class meeting and to participate actively in class discussions. For additional information, see the Summer Session website.

June 17, 18, and 20 class will meet from 9:00am to 1:00pm.

No upcoming classes were found.

Previously offered classes

Summer 2024: Off campus

Section ID:

GOVT 3150 001-LEC

Number:

1168

Program:

Cornell University Prelaw Program in New York City

Session:

Summer Extra-session

Class dates:

June 3-26, 2024

Final exam/project due:

Wednesday June 26, 5 PM - 8 PM / TBA (see Final exams)

Time / room:

M-F 9 AM - 12 PM / TBA

Mode of instruction:

In person

Credit:

Grade:

Student option

Instructor:

Alban, M. (mla233)
Stewart, C. (ces78)

Max. enroll:

Notes:

No class 6/19 in observance of Juneteenth. On 6/17, 6/18, and 6/20 class will meet from 9am to 1pm. Last class on 6/21 from 9am to noon. Final exam on 6/26 from 5pm to 8pm.

To enroll:

See Cornell University Prelaw Program in New York City for enrollment information.