Paralegal (Bachelor's)

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Legal Assistant/Paralegal prepares graduates, under the guidance of an attorney, to interview, gather, review and analyze factual situations; research, prepare and interpret legal documents; and conduct day-to-day operations in a legal office. Graduates may find employment in legal offices, state and federal government agencies, corporate legal departments, insurance companies and legal aid societies.

This program includes courses in:

  • Introduction To Paralegal
  • Legal Research And Writing I, II
  • Civil Litigation I, II
  • Torts
  • Contract Law
  • Family Law
  • Law Office Management
  • Rules Of Evidence
  • Legal Ethics And Social Responsibility
  • Oral Communications
  • Report Writing

Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public, except as permitted by law.

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