Online Paralegal Degree

By Lanee’ Blunt Earn your degree online--Image dmpop. Today's job market is competitive and having a paralegal degree is an option to consider. If you are working a full time job, or a busy parent you may not have time to attend a university to earn your degree. Online programs offer students the opportunity to build a foundation of knowledge in a specialized area of law. You will learn how to write legal briefs, research, and learn how to conduct informative interviews of witnesses and clients. Completion Time If you want to enroll in an online paralegal certificate program it may take from three months to one year to complete.  Most...

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Paralegal Training Programs

By Lanee’ Blunt Train to become a paralegal-- Image by Wilpersou. Training for a paralegal may require you to get a two year Associate degree or a four year Bachelor’s degree. You may want to be part of the legal profession, but not want to commit yourself to law school and becoming a lawyer. A paralegal program may be what you are looking for. A paralegal can work on many interesting tasks, including research, interviewing witnesses, and preparing complaints. Types of Paralegal Programs Associate’s degree is a common way of entry. You can enroll in a community college. The tuition is much cheaper than a university and it takes two...

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How to Become a Paralegal with a Bachelor’s Degree

By Lanee’ Blunt Become a successful paralegal Image by Carin. Paralegal's earn a good salary and are in demand in the legal industry.  Paralegals with more education are offered more money.  An online school offers students training and after the student has worked in the industry for a few years they are paid a higher wage also.  Having a bachelor's degree is not required to enter the field however; a bachelor's might set you apart from the other applicants. Bachelor's Degree The degree program combines paralegal training with other academic courses. Some of the classes you will take are principals of paralegal studies,...

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How to Become a Paralegal Online

By Lanee’ Blunt Start your career online-- Image by Monstarx. Paralegal programs online are able to bridge between actual practice and higher learning in the legal profession. Online classes are available for students that may have a great distance to travel to class. There are self-sufficient classes for those who want to get a certificate in paralegal studies or paralegal degree programs.  There are a lot of online schools that offer paralegal education through distance programs. High school graduates that are interested in entering the paralegal field there are several options to consider including associate and bachelor degrees. ...

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How to Get a Paralegal Certificate

By Lanee’ Blunt Enroll in a paralegal certification program--Image by Plex. A paralegal certificate is not mandatory to enter into the profession, but it may help applicants get a paralegal job. Certification programs are available for people who already have an associate's or bachelor's degree in another subject and wanting to enter into the paralegal profession. Most certification programs require students to have at least one year experience and pass an examination. Courses Needed Some of the courses that students will take will be contracts, legal research, writing and civil litigation, professional responsibility and legal...

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How Much Does a Paralegal Earn a Year?

By Lanee’ Blunt Paralegals perform a variety of tasks to assist attorneys-- Image by Oki975. Paralegals work in law firms, corporations, and government agencies. In smaller firms a paralegal may have to prepare written reports that help lawyers determine how to handle their cases, and may help prepare the legal arguments and draft documents to be filed with the court. In larger firms they may work only on a particular phase of the case, for example maintain reference files, conduct research for lawyers, and collect and organize evidence for hearings. Education Training includes degree programs and certification. Classes...

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