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Online Self-Paced Learning

DEBT COLLECTION LAW FOR LICENSED PARALEGAL PRACTITIONERS (LPP)

Fee: $355.00
Dates: 8/14/2024 - 12/18/2024
Times: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Days: Daily
Sessions: 0

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Program Overview
Historically, the practice of law has been reserved only for those who have obtained a Juris Doctorate ("J.D.") and who have passed the Bar Exam. However, in addition to attorneys, Utah now issues a limited license to practice law to individuals who have satisfied all the education, experience, and testing requirements set forth in the Rules Governing Licensed Paralegal Practitioners ("Rules"). For all the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website.
Learning Outcomes
This course focuses on the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) including the protections for consumers and requirements on creditors. Issues covered include the purpose of the FDCPA and the types of debts covered; debt collection practices prohibited by the FDCP; unfair debt collection practices. The course will emphasize substantive law, forms, and procedures approved for Limited License Paralegals practicing in Utah. Ideally, students will take this course shortly after completing 1500 hours as a paralegal (with 100 focused on debt collection law) and shortly before taking the licensing exam.
Student Profiles
The course is required for anyone planning to take the LPP Debt Collection Law Licensing Exam offered by the Utah State Bar. For all the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website.
Program Schedule
This is an online, self-paced course housed on Canvas. You will have 18 weeks to complete the course material. The debt collection course is designed for paralegals that want to hang their own shingle to help consumers in a debt collection case. The course is designed to walk the paralegal through legal principles and law in the area of debt collection. Paralegals that take the course will be reminded of the law and become familiar with the forms they will use to assist debtors with their legal issues.
Module 1 :: Debt Collection Law
Introduction to Debt Collection Law Debt Collection Law Fair Debt Collection Practices act
Module 2 :: Debt Collection Forms
Debt Collection Forms Utah Rules of Civil Procedure The Summons The Complaint Counterclaims Motion to Set Aside Judgment Motion to Stay Enforcement of Judgment Satisfaction of Judgment
Instructor Bio
Jacob Kent Jacob Kent graduated from the University of Idaho College of Law in 2011. He started his legal career representing victims of domestic violence with protective orders, divorce, and custody actions. Jacob joined Utah Legal Services in 2014 as a staff attorney. He currently works in its housing and consumer units. He represents tenants in housing authority administrative proceedings. He also represents tenants in state eviction proceedings, including tenants that live in federally subsidized properties, section 42 properties, and mobile homes. Jacob is currently a member of the Utah State Bar, Utah Court Committee on Resources for Self-represented Parties, and Adjunct Faculty Member of Utah Valley University.

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The Debt Collection Law for Licensed Paralegal Practitioners course focuses on the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) including the protections for consumers and requirements on creditors. Issues covered include the purpose of the FDCPA and the types of debts covered; debt collection practices prohibited by the FDCP; unfair debt collection practices.

ETHICAL RULES FOR LICENSED PARALEGAL PRACTITIONERS (LPP)

Fee: $215.00
Dates: 8/14/2024 - 12/18/2024
Times: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Days: Daily
Sessions: 0

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Program Overview
Historically, the practice of law has been reserved only for those who have obtained a Juris Doctorate ("J.D.") and who have passed the Bar Exam. However, in addition to attorneys, Utah now issues a limited license to practice law to individuals who have satisfied all the education, experience, and testing requirements set forth in the Rules Governing Licensed Paralegal Practitioners ("Rules"). For all the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website. Exams are offered by the Utah State Bar and all requirements must be complete prior to practicing law.
Learning Outcomes
This course is required for anyone planning to practice as a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner (LPP) in Utah and must be completed before taking the LPP Ethics Licensing Exam offered by the Utah State Bar. The Ethics course covers topics such as the unauthorized practice of law, conflicts of interest, confidentiality, client funds, professionalism, and the disciplinary process. This course is required for the Licensed Paralegal Practitioner certificate.
Student Profiles
This course is required for anyone planning to practice as a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner (LPP) in Utah and must be completed before taking the LPP Ethics Licensing Exam offered by the Utah State Bar. For all the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website.
Program Schedule
This is an online, self-paced course housed on Canvas. You will have 18 weeks to complete the course material. This course explores the ethical standards for Licensed Paralegal Practitioner (LPP's). The focus will be on the ethical rules for LPP's as well as actual problems that LPP's will confront in their practice. Topics include the unauthorized practice of law, conflicts of interest, confidentiality, client funds, and professionalism. The disciplinary process will also be addressed. Ideally, students will take this course shortly after completing 1500 hours as a paralegal and shortly before taking the licensing exam.
Module 1 :: Rules Governing Licensed Paralegal Practitioners
Introduction to Ethics for Licensed Paralegal Practitioners Unauthorized Practice of Law Standards of Licensed Paralegal Practitioner Professionalism and Civility Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Licensed Paralegal Practitioner Discipline and Disability Standards for imposing Paralegal Practitioner Sanctions Licensing IOLPPTA Accounts Resolution of Fee Disputes
Module 2 :: Licensed Paralegal Practitioner Rules of Professional Conduct
Client-LPP Relationship Terminology Client-LPP Relationship Counselor Advocate Transactions with Persons Other than Clients Firms and Associations Public Service Information About Legal Services Maintaining the Integrity of the Profession
Instructor Bio

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ENHANCE YOUR OPPORTUNITY

This course is required for anyone planning to practice as a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner (LPP) in Utah and must be completed before taking the LPP Ethics Licensing Exam offered by the Utah State Bar. The Ethics course covers topics such as the unauthorized practice of law, conflicts of interest, confidentiality, client funds, professionalism, and the disciplinary process. This course is required for the Licensed Paralegal Practitioner certificate.

FAMILY LAW FOR LICENSED PARALEGAL PRACTITIONERS (LPP)

Fee: $695.00
Dates: 8/14/2024 - 12/18/2024
Times: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Days: Daily
Sessions: 0

Learning Outcomes Student Profiles Program Schedule Instructor Bio Register Now
Program Overview
Historically, the practice of law has been reserved only for those who have obtained a Juris Doctorate ("J.D.") and who have passed the Bar Exam. However, in addition to attorneys, Utah now issues a limited license to practice law to individuals who have satisfied all the education, experience, and testing requirements set forth in the Rules Governing Licensed Paralegal Practitioners ("Rules"). For all the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website. Exams are offered by the Utah State Bar and all requirements must be complete prior to practicing law.
Learning Outcomes
This course provides a brief overview of Utah statutes, rules, and other laws governing relationships between married couples and their offspring; this includes basic elements of marriage, divorce, alimony, property distribution, and child custody. The course places an emphasis on substantive law, forms, and procedures utilized by LPP's in assisting people in matters of divorce, child custody, and other family laws in Utah. Ideally, students will take this course shortly after completing 1500 hours as a paralegal (with 500 focused on family law) and shortly before taking the licensing exam.
Student Profiles
The course is required for anyone planning to take the LPP Family Law Licensing Exam offered by the Utah State Bar. For all the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website.
Program Schedule
This is an online, self-paced course housed on Canvas. You will have 18 weeks to complete the course material. The Family Law for Licensed Paralegal Practitioners course provides a brief overview of Utah statutes, rules, and other laws governing relationships between married couples and their offspring; this includes basic elements of marriage, divorce, alimony, property distribution, and child custody.
Module 1 :: Overview of Family Law
Introduction to Family Law Preliminary Considerations Jurisdiction & Venue Initial Paperwork for Filing Divorce Education/Orientatio Financial Declaration Mediation Child Custody Child Support Alimony Property & Debt Division Motion for Order to Show Cause NKA MOtion to Enforce Order and Sanctions
Instructor Bio
Christopher Martinez Christopher Martinez has been a domestic relations staff attorney with Legal Aid Society of Salt Lake since to present. He feels privileged to work with future LPP's in this professional course through Utah Valley University and to take a small role in facilitating the positive impact you will be able to have in the lives of people and their families in your future career. He was a paralegal in the Family Law Clinic for Legal Aid Society of Salt Lake County while preparing for the Bar exam. Christopher has worked exclusively in the area of family law and, through working at a non-profit, is very aware of the potential for LLP's to bring legal services to areas where there are physical and financial obstacles for the public to access legal services. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Utah in 2008 and his Juris Doctorate from Hamline University School of Law in 2011.

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ENHANCE YOUR OPPORTUNITY

This course provides a brief overview of Utah statutes, rules, and other laws governing relationships between married couples and their offspring; this includes basic elements of marriage, divorce, alimony, property distribution, and child custody. The course places an emphasis on substantive law, forms, and procedures utilized by LPP's in assisting people in matters of divorce, child custody, and other family laws in Utah. Ideally, students will take this course shortly after completing 1500 hours as a paralegal (with 500 focused on family law) and shortly before taking the licensing exam.

LANDLORD/TENANT LAW FOR LICENSED PARALEGAL PRACTITIONERS (LPP)

Fee: $355.00
Dates: 8/14/2024 - 12/18/2024
Times: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Days: Daily
Sessions: 0

Learning Outcomes Student Profiles Program Schedule Instructor Bio Register Now
Program Overview
Historically, the practice of law has been reserved only for those who have obtained a Juris Doctorate ("J.D.") and who have passed the Bar Exam. However, in addition to attorneys, Utah now issues a limited license to practice law to individuals who have satisfied all the education, experience, and testing requirements set forth in the Rules Governing Licensed Paralegal Practitioners ("Rules"). For all the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website. Exams are offered by the Utah State Bar and all requirements must be complete prior to practicing law.
Learning Outcomes
Landlord Tenant Law: This course focus’s specific family law matters, such as temporary separation, divorce, parentage, cohabitant abuse, civil stalking, custody and support, name or gender change, and petitions to recognize a relationship as a marriage. The Landlord/Tenant Law for License Paralegal Practitioners course provides an overview of Utah's residential landlord-tenant property law. Major topics include the Utah Fair Housing Act, Utah Fit Premises Act, Mobile Home Park Rights, and the Eviction Process. The course focuses on substantive law, forms, and procedures approved for Limited License Paralegals practicing in Utah. Ideally, students will take this course shortly after completing 1500 hours as a paralegal (with 100 focused on landlord/tenant law) and shortly before taking the licensing exam.
Student Profiles
The course is required for anyone planning to take the LPP Landlord/Tenant Law Licensing Exam offered by the Utah State Bar. For all of the requirements to become a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner, please see Rule 15-703 of the Utah Rules of Professional Responsibility for LPP's. For more detailed information about becoming a licensed paralegal practitioner visit the Utah State Bar website.
Program Schedule
This is an online, self-paced course housed on Canvas. You will have 18 weeks to complete the course material. This Course provides an overview of Utah's residential landlord-tenant law for property in Utah. Major topics include the Utah Fair Housing Act, Utah Fit Premises Act, Mobile Home Park Rights, and the Eviction Process. The course focuses on substantive law, forms and procedures approved for Limited License Paralegals practicing in Utah.
Module 1 :: Landlord-Tenant Overivew
Unlawful Detainer The Notice Court - Complaint and Service Court - Answer and Counterclaim Court - Immediate Occupancy Hearing and/or Trial Return of Personal Property Utah Fair Housing Act Utah Fit Premises Act Mobile HOme Park Rights and the Eviction Process
Module 2 :: Using the Landlord/Tenant Forms
Form Overview
Instructor Bio
Jacob Kent Jacob Kent graduated from the University of Idaho College of Law in 2011. He started his legal career representing victims of domestic violence with protective orders, divorce, and custody actions. Jacob joined Utah Legal Services in 2014 as a staff attorney. He currently works in its housing and consumer units. He represents tenants in housing authority administrative proceedings. He also represents tenants in state eviction proceedings, including tenants that live in federally subsidized properties, section 42 properties, and mobile homes. Jacob is currently a member of the Utah State Bar, Utah Court Committee on Resources for Self-represented Parties, and Adjunct Faculty Member of Utah Valley University.

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ENHANCE YOUR OPPORTUNITY

This course focus’s specific family law matters, such as temporary separation, divorce, parentage, cohabitant abuse, civil stalking, custody and support, name or gender change, and petitions to recognize a relationship as a marriage. The Landlord/Tenant Law for License Paralegal Practitioners course provides an overview of Utah's residential landlord-tenant property law. Major topics include the Utah Fair Housing Act, Utah Fit Premises Act, Mobile Home Park Rights, and the Eviction Process. The course focuses on substantive law, forms, and procedures approved for Limited License Paralegals practicing in Utah. Ideally, students will take this course shortly after completing 1500 hours as a paralegal (with 100 focused on landlord/tenant law) and shortly before taking the licensing exam.

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