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Paralegal Certificate Program
Course Code: PRL 5100


This comprehensive certificate course reaches a basic understanding of the law, responsibilities, and duties of paralegal work. Practical workshop sessions and case study methods are used to teach the basics of probate, real estate, corporations, litigation, legal research, and legal ethics. Each subject area is taught by an attorney/paralegal team who are working professionals in their legal specialties. Attorneys teach the legal system and legal theory while paralegals focus on building skills that are applicable and relevant to paralegal work. The curriculum reflects the demands of a busy general law practice, and students who are considering law and paralegal work will receive instruction that will present the pace and atmosphere of a law office. If you would like to take this program for academic credit toward a degree, register for course number PRL 4400.

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