Explores different types of real property ownership and the rights and liabilities associated with each type. Examines the anatomy of a real estate closing, real property leases, and the laws surrounding foreclosure and eviction. Covers the drafting of documents relevant to both the acquisition and loss of real property.
Goals, Topics, and Objectives
- Types of Real Property Ownership
Differentiate the types of real property ownership.
- Rights, Duties, and Liabilities
Differentiate the rights and liabilities associated with each type of real property ownership.
- Easements and Licenses
Explain the laws of easements and licenses.
- Acquisition of Real Property
Discuss the substantive and procedural laws of acquiring real property.
Discuss the substantive and procedural laws of financing real property.
Draft a deed.
Draft a lease. - Real Estate Closings
Describe a real estate closing.
- Landlord-tenant Law
Explain the rights, duties, and liabilities of landlords and tenants.
Discuss the substantive and procedural laws of eviction. - Default and Foreclosure
Discuss the substantive and procedural laws of default and foreclosure.
- Ethics
Evaluate the ethical considerations and the role of the paralegal in property law.
Assessment and Requirements
Students will be assessed through quizzes, tests, in-class and out-of-class assignments, drafting assignments, and/or class participation.