Associate's Degree Paralegal Studies
Course
In Rancho Mirage, Bakersfield and Ventura (USA)
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Advanced
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Flexible
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Different dates available
The Paralegal Studies associate's degree program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of both the theory and application of the procedures used in law offices by paralegals, enabling them to assist attorneys in areas such as research, reporting, and the preparation of legal documents, agreements, exhibits, and other relevant tasks prior to trial.
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About this course
Areas of opportunity:
Bail Bonds Assistant
Case Briefing
Legal Assistant
Legal Office Receptionist
Legal Research
Legal Secretary
Paralegal
Industry areas:
Corporations
Government Offices
Insurance Companies
Law Offices
Private Businesses
Reviews
Subjects
- IT Law
- Law
- Paralegal
- Legal Terminology
- Investigative Techniques
- Law Library
- Legal Assistant
- Legal Research
- Legal Secretary
- Corporations
Course programme
- Several areas of law
- Legal terminology
- Ethical practices, procedures and confidentiality
- Interviewing of clients and investigative techniques
- Learning to use the Standard Law Library
- Specialized computer programs specifically designed for research
- Developing legal analyses and writing skills
- Familiarity with the legal forms and documents
Students are also provided with client interview skills, basic investigative techniques, how to conduct legal research, and the art of briefing case law. Post-graduate employment is primarily in private law offices, but placement opportunities also exist in bank trust departments, insurance companies, government at all levels, and paralegal-only services.
Associate's Degree Paralegal Studies