Paralegal Technology - Legal Assistant
Curriculum Description
The Paralegal Technology curriculum prepares individuals to work under the supervision of attorneys by performing routine legal tasks and assisting with substantive legal work. A paralegal/legal assistant may not practice law, give legal advice or represent clients in a court of law.
Course work includes substantive and procedural legal knowledge in the areas of civil litigation, legal research and writing, real estate, family law, wills, estates, trusts, and commercial law. Required courses also include subjects such as English, mathematics and computer utilization.
Graduates are trained to assist attorneys in probate work, investigations, public records searches, drafting and filing legal documents, research, and office management. Employment opportunities are available in private law firms, governmental agencies, banks, insurance agencies and other business organizations.
The following represents one way in which the certificate can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Certificate
C25380LA REVISED
NC CIP: 22.0302
Day and Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2020
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEX 110 | Intro to Paralegal Study | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| LEX 130 | Civil Injuries | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| LEX 240 | Family Law | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| LEX 280 | Ethics & Professionalism | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| OST 130 | Comprehensive Keyboarding | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Introduction to Computers | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Office Applications I | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
| Total: | 14 | 4 | 0 | 16 | |
Total Credit Hours: 16
Additional Information
2017FA - New certificate
C25380LA REVISED