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• Learn About Being a Paralegal

  A legal studies degree affords students the opportunity to learn about law and the legal framework of the United States, with an emphasis of the role of law in culture. As a four year bachelor’s degree program, it is considered a liberal arts degree that focuses on the law. A Legal Studies Bachelors program…
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• Paralegal Education Options

  There are five different education options for a person who wants to become a Paralegal: Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies, Associate of Science in Legal Assisting/Paralegal, Associate in Science in Paralegal Studies, Associate in Science in Legal Studies, and Diploma in Legal Assisting/Paralegal…
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• Steps to Starting a Paralegal Career

  Potential entry-level and management training position titles include legal assistant/paralegal, account representative, human resource representative, client services representative, office manager, law office administrator, or paralegal manager. Step 1: Find the right job for you and read the job announcement
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• Why Choose An Accredited School

  Accreditation ensures a college or university meets academic quality and rigor for its programs of study. Institutions that are accredited are eligible for Federal Financial Aid. Regional accreditation allows for ease of transfer of credits and tuition reimbursement opportunities by employers. If considering…
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• How to Find a Paralegal Job

  The legal studies, paralegal curriculum at most universities offers students a wide variety of options, providing a solid background for many different careers and offers flexibility to move across many fields related to the legal system as they progress in their career. Additionally, this degree prepares…
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• Where do Paralegals Work?

  Although lawyers assume ultimate responsibility for legal work, they often delegate many of their tasks to paralegals. In fact, paralegals, also called legal assistants, are continuing to assume new responsibilities in legal offices and perform many of the same tasks as lawyers. Even so, they are explicitly…
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