This course offers a comprehensive overview of the court system in BC, including various levels and functions. Students will explore the role and responsibilities of paralegals within law firms and learn to effectively navigate the Supreme Court Civil Rules and legislation governing civil litigation in BC. From file initiation to conclusion, students will develop the skills necessary to conduct a litigation file proficiently. By the end of the course, students will have a solid understanding of the overall court process in the Supreme Court of British Columbia and be equipped with the practical skills needed for a successful litigation practice as a paralegal in BC.
Prerequisites
LEGL 1601.
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What you will learn
- Levels and functions of the BC Civil Court System
Overall court process in the Supreme Court of British Columbia
Role of the paralegal within a law firm
Supreme Court Civil Rules and legislation for effective civil litigation practice in BC at a paralegal level
Basic file progression in the litigation process
Supreme Court Civil Rules and hypothetical legal case studies
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.