PLAW-223: Immigration Law is an online paralegal course designed to introduce students to the legal and procedural foundations of U.S. immigration law. Using Learning About Immigration Law (4th Edition) by Constantinos E. Scaros, this course explores nonimmigrant visas, immigrant classifications, family- and employment-based petitions, lawful permanent residency, and naturalization. Students will also study key legal challenges, including inadmissibility, removal proceedings, and available defenses, while gaining insight into humanitarian protections such as refugee and asylum processes.

The course balances theoretical study with practical applications, preparing students to assist attorneys and clients in immigration cases. Learners will practice analyzing case scenarios, reviewing documentation, and applying immigration law to real-world situations. Emphasis is placed on developing the organizational and legal support skills required to work effectively in immigration law firms, government agencies, or nonprofit organizations.

By the end of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills needed to support attorneys handling immigration cases and to navigate the complexities of immigration law in professional contexts.