Paralegal
Paralegal Program
Are you interested in how the legal system works? A paralegal career is an exciting choice if you want to learn more about the law. Paralegals, under the supervision of attorneys, provide services in all phases of the legal system including courts, law firms and government agencies. Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public except as permitted by law. If you're ready for a fulfilling career in the legal profession, you want to start the Paralegal program at Northwestern College.
Paralegal Studies Overview
- Understand and exhibit the expected ethical behavior
- List and explain the steps involved in taking a case to trial by preparing pleadings and other litigation-related documents
- Analyze and draft contract provisions and contracts which conform to legal precedents
- Display the ability to independently research legal issues
- Demonstrate the ability to perform various forms of legal writing and prepare legal documents
- Demonstrate an understanding of the paralegal's role in the resolution of tort/personal injury matters by defining causes of actions, identifying the types and amounts of damages which may be awarded and demonstrating proper tort research techniques
- Exhibit judgment, comprehension and analytical ability in categorizing legal data and issues
- Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills
- Exhibit computer proficiency and knowledge of computer software used in the legal profession
- Perform, through an externship, paralegal skills necessary to work competently in a legal environment
What You Can Learn
Upon completion of the paralegal program, in addition to the general education objectives, students will be able to:
- Understand and exhibit the expected ethical behavior.
- List and explain the steps involved in taking a case to trial by preparing pleadings and other litigation-related documents.
- Display the ability to independently research legal issues.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform various forms of legal writing and prepare legal documents.
- Exhibit judgment, comprehension, and analytical ability in categorizing legal data and issues.
- Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.
- Exhibit computer proficiency and knowledge of computer software used in the legal profession.
- Perform, through an externship, paralegal skills necessary to work competently in a legal environment.
Paralegal Career Opportunities
Paralegals are in demand at law firms, court systems, government agencies at all levels, corporations, non-profit organizations, insurance and health care companies, real estate title companies, and financial services organizations.
Accreditation
The Paralegal program is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA).
Northwestern College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org.
Requirements and Course Offerings
General and Degree Requirements and Course Offerings
