65 Paralegal studies degree abroad
- Philadelphia, USA
Full time
4 semesters
On-Campus
English
Paralegal Studies is an associate degree program intended to train a generalist paralegal. Graduates from the associate degree program will have a strong foundation in the areas of legal research and writing, contracts, torts, criminal law and property law.
- Oakland, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
There is a growing need for trained paralegals who know substantive law and administrative procedures required by the law and the court systems. The paralegal performs various legal tasks under the supervision of attorneys, including conducting legal research and drafting legal documents. Paralegals provide staff support for attorneys in a law office or in a legal setting. Many of these tasks are done by attorneys; however, under the law, they could be provided by paralegals under the supervision of an attorney. The Associate in Arts degree in Paralegal Studies will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the Major course requirements and the General Education requirements.
- Riverside, USA
Full time
18 months
On-Campus
English
This program prepares individuals to perform research, drafting, investigatory activities, record-keeping, and related Paralegal administrative functions under the supervision of an attorney in a law firm, public or private entity, and/or within a courtroom setting. This includes instruction in legal research, drafting legal documents, appraising, pleading, courthouse procedures, and legal specializations.
- Toronto, Canada
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Access to justice requires well-trained and licensed paralegals to fill the growing demand for affordable services in the legal profession. Centennial College’s Paralegal program will prepare you to excel in the field through strong theoretical and practical courses. The Law Society of Ontario accredits Centennial’s one-year (three-semester) undertaking. This graduate certificate program will make you eligible, upon successful completion of all requirements, to write the Law Society’s Paralegal licensing examination — enabling you to practice as a licensed paralegal in Ontario. Licensed paralegals may represent clients in areas such as summary conviction criminal offences, traffic violations, provincial and municipal offences, tribunals and the Ontario Small Claims Courts. The society of Upper Canada (LSUC) accredits this program. Upon completion, you will be eligible to write the mandatory LSUC licensing examination that is required to practice as a paralegal in Ontario.
- Tacoma, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Associate of Applied Science degree, Paralegal is approved by the American Bar Association and designed to train students for careers working as paralegals or legal assistants in law firms, governmental agencies, corporate legal departments, public service organizations, and other institutions. Paralegals work under the supervision of an attorney and are not licensed to practice law.
- Online Canada
- Toronto, Canada
Full time
4 semesters
On-Campus
English
The Paralegal- Court and Tribunal Agent diploma program is intended to provide students with the training required to become licensed paralegals in Ontario pursuant to the requirements of the Law Society Act. Upon completion of this program, students will gain theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the areas of law in which licensed paralegals may practice.
- Barrie, Canada
- Online
Full time
1 year
Blended
English
Understand the general principles of paralegal practice. Graduate prepared to apply to the Law Society of Ontario to become a licensed paralegal. In this program, students acquire an understanding of the general principles of law and gain theoretical knowledge and practical experience in ethics and small business practice.
- Barrie, Canada
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
In this program students acquire an understanding of the general principles of law, and gain theoretical knowledge and practical experience in ethics and a small business practice. Taking the program prepares students to apply to become a licensed paralegal in accordance with the requirements of the Law Society Act. A licensed paralegal may be selfemployed, offering fee for service legal assistance, without the supervision of a lawyer, or may be a salaried employee in various legal environments.
Full time
6 semesters
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
Paralegals assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, researching legal precedents, and conducting research to support a legal proceeding, formulate a defense, or initiate legal action. The Peninsula College Paralegal degree prepares students for employment as paralegals and legal assistants in all types of organizations, but most will work for law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies. The program offers practicum experiences and opportunities for service learning experiences with local employers.
- Online Canada
- Toronto, Canada
Full time
4 semesters
On-Campus
English
The Business School program will provide you with the opportunity to acquire the necessary skills to practice and succeed in this field. During your time in the program, you'll attend a wide variety of Law Clerk courses in conjunction with legal software courses, which will fully prepare you for employment in the legal profession in just two years. The Business School
- Belleville, Canada
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Many people are overwhelmed by the justice system and the cost of legal representation. Pursuing Diploma-in Paralegals help their clients navigate through the process and answer key questions. Licensed paralegals can also represent their clients in court. The Law Society of Ontario accredits this program.
- Tacoma, USA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The Paralegal Preferred Pro-Certificate is designed for those who already possess an Associate or Bachelor’s degree and wish to enter the profession, or if already employed in the legal field, to enhance their career potential.
- Los Angeles, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The paralegal program is intended to prepare students for employment as paralegals in both the private and public sectors following graduation. The American Bar Association (ABA) By-Laws Section 21.12 uses the terms paralegal and legal assistant interchangeably referring to persons who, although not members of the legal profession, are qualified through education, training, or work experience and are employed or retained by a lawyer, law office, governmental agency, or other entity in a capacity or function which involves the performance, under the direction and supervision of an attorney, of specifically delegated substantive legal work.
- Online Canada
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Access to justice requires well-trained and licensed paralegals to fill the growing demand for affordable services in the legal profession. Centennial Collegersquo;s Paralegal program prepares candidates with strong theoretical and practical courses needed to excel in this field.
- Lewiston, USA
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The Paralegal program educates and trains students to perform substantive and procedural legal work under the supervision of a lawyer. Paralegals are non-lawyers who assist attorneys in their professional duties. Two options are available in the Paralegal program: a 63-credit AAS degree program and a 30-credit Intermediate Technical Certificate program.