866 Legal Issues in Media: Case Studies in News and Documentary Production

This course will introduce students to the wide range of legal issues handled by media lawyers, using two different models: the making of a documentary film (i.e., a long term project), and production of a nightly news show (a more fast-paced, deadline-driven endeavor). Students will learn basic principles and how to avoid common pitfalls. The course will also examine the risk management role of in-house counsel when dealing with grey areas.

Degree Requirements
IntllLLM IP Cert
IntlLLM/SJD/EXC elective
Course Type
Lecture
Learning Outcomes
Other professional skills needed for competent and ethical participation as a member of the legal profession
2019
Winter 2019
Course Number Course Credits Evaluation Method Instructor Meeting Day/Times Room

866.01 0.5

Patricia Northrop

 Sat/Sun 2:00-5:00 PM 4042

This course will introduce students to the wide range of legal issues handled by media lawyers, using two different models: the making of a documentary film (i.e., a long term project), and production of a nightly news show (a more fast-paced, deadline-driven endeavor). Students will learn basic principles and how to avoid common pitfalls. The course will also examine the risk management role of in-house counsel when dealing with grey areas.

Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit

Degree Requirements
None
Pre/Co-requisites
None
Enrollment Restrictions
None
2018
Winter 2018
Course Number Course Credits Evaluation Method Instructor Meeting Day/Times Room

866.01 0.5 Patricia Northrop ThF 1:30-4:30 PM

This course will introduce students to the wide range of legal issues handled by media lawyers, using two different models: the making of a documentary film (i.e., a long term project), and production of a nightly news show (a more fast-paced, deadline-driven endeavor). Students will learn basic principles and how to avoid common pitfalls. The course will also examine the risk management role of in-house counsel when dealing with grey areas.

Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit

Degree Requirements
None
Pre/Co-requisites
None
Enrollment Restrictions
None

*Please note that this information is for planning purposes only, and should not be relied upon for the schedule for a given semester. Faculty leaves and sabbaticals, as well as other curriculum considerations, will sometimes affect when a course may be offered.