Our Bachelor's Degree in Legal Assistant/Paralegal studies covers the basics of researching legal issues, drafting legal documents, preparing pleadings, interviewing clients and witness and more. As a Bachelor's Degree graduate, you'll enjoy advanced career opportunities in legal offices, government agencies, corporate legal departments, consumer groups, insurance companies, banks, legal aid societies and more. In your online courses, you'll explore family and criminal law. Family law specializes in divorce, separation, custody, adoption, guardianship and community property. Criminal law covers common law, statutory crimes and punishment, crime classification, principles of liability and basic criminal procedure concepts. You'll also study contract law, policies regarding estate planning and wills and other specialized areas of law. All in all, you'll develop a wide range of skills that will make you an invaluable member of a legal team-from researching the law, preparing and interpreting legal documents and conducting daily operations of a legal office.

The campuses of Florida Metropolitan University are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award diplomas, Associate?s degrees, Bachelor?s degrees, and Master?s degrees.

Become an essential and vital part of a legal team with a BA degree in Legal Studies from Keiser University. Interested in pursuing a law degree? Our bachelor's program prepares students with major courses such as legal research, criminal law, contracts, wills and trusts, torts, and family law. Legal Studies graduates may work with private or corporate law firms, banks, government agencies, title companies or law enforcement. Students will develop skills in legal research and writing; understanding substantive law, civil and criminal procedures, litigation case files, and methods of dispute resolution. Sharpen your skills and advance in this exciting and challenging field. All coursework is offered online, giving you the freedom to complete your studies anytime, anywhere.

Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award certificates and degrees at the associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral levels. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Keiser University.

The Bachelor of Science degree in Legal Studies program provides an excellent foundation for those who are seeking employment and advancement in the growing profession of paralegals and legal assistants. Paralegals assist attorneys with the preparation of criminal and civil cases by interviewing clients, investigating facts, drafting legal documents, researching law, and assisting the attorney at trial. * Take all of your general education courses and 20 legal specialty courses online while you work full time (5 1/2-week format). * Students are also required to take 4 specific courses in an on-ground campus setting (11-week format). * All online courses are delivered in an accelerated 5 1/2-week format. * Full time students can earn a Legal Studies Bachelor degree in as little as three years. Degree completion time may be shorter if you have previous transferable college credit.

South University is accredited byThe Commission on Colleges, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

The legal studies concentration offers a combination of business and legal coursework that can prepare you to function successfully at the intersection of these two major industries.

Strayer University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

The online bachelor?s degree in paralegal studies prepares graduates for employment in attorney?s offices, courtrooms, corporations, insurance companies, governmental offices and banks. This paralegal degree online provides knowledge of legal office procedures, delivery of legal services, legal research and writing and paralegal training in professional skills, general education, and technical competencies. With the online paralegal degree from Virginia College, you can enter a skilled and prestigious profession, and one in which job growth is expected. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics 2006-07 Occupational Outlook Handbook, paralegal employment is projected to grow much faster than average, as employers reduce costs by hiring paralegals to perform tasks formerly carried out by lawyers. This online bachelor degree program in paralegal studies is designed for those who require a degree for entry into the workforce or for advancement in a current position. It is especially helpful for those who may have accumulated credits toward a paralegal degree or who may already hold an associate?s degree in paralegal studies. Complete the info request form and find out more about Virginia College?s online paralegal degree. Virginia College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Our faculty and staff are available to make sure you get the most from your online college experience at Virginia College.

Virginia College is a senior college accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award certificates, diplomas, associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Are you intrigued by the law and how it works in our society and around the world? Would you like to learn how to negotiate, mediate, and investigate judicial affairs? The BA in Legal Studies program builds a basic foundation in understanding the roles of law, justice, and governance and the impact these have on society. You will acquire knowledge of a variety of judicial, political, and economic systems, as well as laws and policies that can be applied in multiple areas of government and business. Within the framework of a liberal arts education, the program also offers an international and historical perspective on legal issues that can provide a solid base for advanced study in the field of law.

Do topics like civil law and legal research fascinate you? Would an understanding of the role of law in business and commerce or knowing how to interface with corporate legal departments help you move into management? The Legal Studies Minor builds a basic foundation in understanding the roles of law, justice, and governance and the impact these have on society, government, and business.

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Post University's bachelor's degree in Legal Studies will prepare you to start a career in the legal field as a paralegal, prepare you to excel in new positions within your current organization, or enter law school or graduate school. Paralegal Career Paralegals are found in all types of organizations, but most are employed by law firms, corporate legal departments, and various government offices. Jobs in this field are expected to among the fastest growing careers according to the US Department of Labor. Paralegals assist attorneys by obtaining facts and doing research for legal cases. Paralegals perform legal research, prepare briefs of researched cases, compose letters to clients and general correspondence, draft legal documents, interview clients and digest depositions, provide general supervision of the law library in the office, gather information for client files, and assist attorneys in trial preparation. Law School You may enter law school with any bachelor's degree. The bachelor's degree in Legal Studies from Post University offers a thorough grounding in honest decision-making as it explores the relationship of the legal system to business, government and society. It provides an excellent foundation and preparation for law school. The program is broad-based and allows a student to study subjects such as economics; state, local and national government; environmental law and practice; e-commerce; sports law; and patents, trademarks and copyrights. You will develop writing and communication skills necessary for success in law school and the legal profession. Concentrations are available in:

State Licensure and AccreditationPost University is licensed by the State of Connecticut through the Department of Higher Education (DHE). The purpose of licensure by the State of Connecticut is to ensure that any new institutions, and its academic programs (traditional classroom and online), comply with the quality standards required to begin operations in the state. The regulations and standards used by DHE can be found at: http://www.ctdhe.org/Regs/RegsAcad.htm In addition to licensure, the State of Connecticut also ensures through its accreditation process that Post University continues to meet the quality standards established by the state. Post University?s accreditation by the State of Connecticut carries with it authorization to award specified degrees. Regional AccreditationPost University is also accredited by The Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (CIHE) of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). This is the regional accreditation agency for over 200 colleges and universities in the six New England states: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. The Commission is one of six organizations recognized by the US Department of Education and by the Council on Higher Education as being reliable authorities on the quality of institutions of higher education. This recognition provides for the transferability of credits by assuring standards of quality. The focus of accreditation through NEASC is quality assurance and quality improvement. Post University has been accredited by NEASC since 1972. More information about NEASC and its accreditation standards can be found at: http://www.neasc.org/cihe/standards_for_accreditation_2005.pdf

The program prepares students with the necessary skills and academic knowledge for entry-level or management training positions in legal office administration or other business enterprises requiring a legal studies background.

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Herzing University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. The Higher Learning Commission can be contacted at 800.621.7440 or 30 North LaSalle, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504.