LAW 400 - The Law of Contracts

Institution:

Tennessee Wesleyan University

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Description:

This course is an in-depth discussion of the law of contracts and the role of the legal assistant in the area of law. particular attention is given to the six basic requirements for every valid contract: offer, acceptance, consideration, legality of the subject matter, contract capacity, and contractual intent. Discussions also center upon the various classifications into which all contracts fall. Additional topics include the Statute of Frauds, the Uniform Commercial Code, third party contracts, and legal remedies for breach of contract. Students will learn how to draft and interpret different types of contracts, and will analyze case law involving contract disputes.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.twcnet.edu

Phone Number:

(423) 745-7504

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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