Interested in a career in the legal profession? Our Paralegal Studies degree offers the philosophical foundation and methodology of legal practice.
Students will gain a better understanding of the principles of law and policy that affect government, business, and nonprofit organizations. The foundational skills learned in this program will provide a background for understanding and navigating the court system, business regulations, civil matters, and the justice system.
This program is looking at a Fall 2024 start. Express your interest today.
Graduates with this degree will be prepared to pursue careers as legal assistants and paralegals to perform tasks in legal, corporate, non-profit, and/or government organizations.Â
Program Objectives
- Understand the legal process and the nature of law practice, emphasizing the role of the paralegal (functions and tasks) in the delivery of legal services.
- Understand the evolving role of the paralegal and other non-lawyers in the delivery of legal services.
- Learn and apply the legal and ethical principles that guide paralegal conduct.
- Identify the legal connections between court cases, statutes, and other regulations.
- Conduct legal research and present findings on various legal issues.