Graduates of this program will have a basic understanding of the core areas of law and the court system. They will be able to draft routine pleadings and other legal documents, interview clients, conduct independent research of non-legal matters, conduct legal research of simple legal questions, and draft legal memoranda.
Program Core Courses - What You'll Study
- Legal Office Procedures
- Introduction to Paralegal Studies
- Legal Research & Writing
- Wills, Probates, and Trusts
- Family Law
- Torts and Personal Injury
- Pretrial Discovery & Trial Preparation
- Sales and Contract Law
- Medical Records Analysis
- Bankruptcy and Collections Procedures
- Administrative Law
- Real Estate Practices
- Criminal Law and Procedure
Career Opportunities in Paralegal
Graduates of this program will be eligible to take the credentialing exam to become a Certified Legal Assistant. |
The Roanoke Valley Campus of National College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award master's degrees, bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and diplomas.
The Louisville, Bristol, Danville (VA), Lynchburg, Harrisonburg, and Lexington Campuses are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and diplomas.
All other campuses of National College are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees and diplomas. |
