Introduction to American Law

Harvard Extension School

LSTU E-130

Section 1

CRN 17249

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This course provides a general introduction to the law and legal system of the United States, including its history and institutions. Topics include historical background and development of US law, sources of law, the interaction of state and federal law, the structure of the US court system, basic principles and doctrines of common law, the adversary process, and trial by jury. The course also surveys substantive law in a range of selected subject areas and issues, such as Constitutional law, contracts, torts, criminal law, family law, separation of powers, freedom of speech, due process, equal protection, and law and religion. Students are also introduced to some of the most important cases in US legal history.

Instructor Info

Havva Guney-Ruebenacker, SJD

Lecturer on Law, Harvard Law School


Meeting Info

Th 6:00pm - 8:00pm (9/2 - 12/20)

Participation Option: Online Synchronous

Deadlines

Last day to register: August 28, 2025

Notes

This course meets via web conference. Students must attend and participate at the scheduled meeting time. See minimum technology requirements.

All Sections of this Course

CRN Section # Participation Option(s) Instructor Section Status Meets Term Dates
17249 1 Online Synchronous Havva Guney-Ruebenacker Open Th 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sep 2 to Dec 20