Course Descriptions
Legal Studies
LES 311
Estates, Trusts, and Probates
3 credits
PRIOR TO FALL 2016, THIS COURSE WAS OFFERED AS LES 411
This course discusses the law of testamentary disposition, the common instruments used in testamentary dispositions, and the formalities for validity, construction, and interpretation of wills, trusts, and other post-death transfer devices. Emphasis will be placed on the probate process, estate administration, and federal and state tax concerns.Prerequisite(s): ENG 122 and LES 225