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Program Title: Associate, Bachelor & Advanced Bachelor of Science Degree in Paralegal Studies
Description: Paralegals are a group of people who assist attorneys in the delivery of legal services. They perform tasks such as researching legal issues, drafting legal documents, preparing pleadings, summarizing documents, organizing trial notebooks, and interviewing clients. Get the essential training required to assist lawyers in law firms, banks, insurance companies, and large corporations.
Syllabus: The course contents are aimed at providing the complete overview of Law, Legal procedures, court, and legal terminology. Some of the topics are:
- Law, the Origins and History
- Case Law, Legal Application and Reasoning
- Court Systems
- Analysis of Facts, Law and Legal Issues
- Legal Writing
- Research and Citation
- Interview and Investigation
- Civil Litigation
- Criminal Law
Accreditation: Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC)
Format of Education: Online Course
Language: English
Job Opportunities: Employment is found with federal government, attorneys, law firms, local and state government. Salaries depend on education, training, experience, type and size of employer. In addition to a salary, many paralegals receive bonuses. The average salary is around $37,950. Paralegals and legal assistants are projected to grow at a fast rate.
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