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ONLINE LAW AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE DEGREES IN PARALEGAL & LEGAL SERVICES

Looking for a career in the legal profession as a paralegal? Find online undergraduate degree programs in paralegal and legal studies, and online paralegal certificate programs offered by accredited universities and colleges.
   
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Study corporate law, bankruptcy, criminal defense, and more in a paralegal program

With more Americans taking advantage of the court system every year, most law offices face a shortage of qualified legal assistants to help lawyers research cases and manage relationships with clients. Meanwhile, community agencies and some businesses have discovered that they can save a significant amount of money by relying on qualified paralegals to review documents and policies before passing them along to general counsel for approval.

During a paralegal degree program, students learn about communicating effectively with legal professionals, handling legal research with law databases, and maintaining client confidentiality. In more specialized programs, paralegal students can discover the nuances of corporate law, bankruptcy, criminal defense, or public policy.

By enrolling in a paralegal degree program that has been accredited by the American Bar Association, students can assure future employers that they can comply with the most current guidelines for professional conduct. A paralegal diploma from a recognized college or university can demonstrate key critical thinking skills that can help a law practice succeed.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics discovered in their 2002 survey that paralegals enjoy a median annual income of $37,000. For administrative assistants working in other types of businesses, a paralegal degree can open up the doors to significantly higher salary and more exciting work.


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Kaplan University
  • A.A.S. in Paralegal Studies
    This comprehensive curriculum emphasizes clear communication, accurate legal analysis, ethical decision-making skills, and effective legal research.
  • Advanced Start B.S. in Legal Studies
    Prepare for law school or build a satisfying legal services career with Kaplan University's online BS degree completion program in legal studies. Designed for graduates of related associate or bachelor's degree programs, this rigorous curriculum combines thorough classroom study with a hands-on capstone project.
  • Advanced Start B.S. in Paralegal Studies
    Kaplan's Advanced Start BS in Paralegal Studies integrates the career focus of an associate degree with the academic rigor of a bachelor's degree. This flexible online program enables you to join or remain in the workforce while preparing for career advancement. A related associate or bachelor's degree is required for admission.
  • B.S. in Legal Studies
    This flexible online program will familiarize you with the fundamentals of the U.S. legal system, while helping you build your communication, analytical thinking, and legal research skills.
  • B.S. in Legal Studies/Health Care
    This unique specialization lays the groundwork for further legal study, as well as qualifying graduates for employment in the fascinating intersection of law and healthcare.
  • B.S. in Paralegal Studies
    Graduates of the paralegal studies program are prepared to work in private law firms, corporate law departments, or local, state, or federal agencies. You'll learn to assist with litigation preparation, document supervision, and more.
  • B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Alternative Dispute Resolution
    In this specialized program, you'll build broad research and critical thinking skills along with specific training in conflict and dispute resolution.
  • B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Corporate Law
    Learn to assist corporate lawyers with a broad range of client services, including strategic planning, business formation, financial structuring, joint ventures, and more.
  • B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Employment Law
    In this program, you'll learn to work with employement issues, such as wage disputes, discrimination, employment contracts, benefits litigation and more.
  • B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Family Law
    This concentration will train you to work in a firm that specializes in family matters, from child support to adoptions to divorce.
  • B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Legal Technology
    Take advantage of the increasing demand for paralegals and legal assistants with up-to-date technology and software skills.
  • B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Office Management
    The office management specialization will help you build superior paralegal skills in litigation prep, document supervision, and legal research. 
  • B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Personal Injury
    Graduates of this specialization are particularly qualified to work in private law firms that focus on personal injury claims and litigation.
  • B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Real Estate Law
    Learn to work closely with attorneys and law firms involved in the purchase, management, leasing and sales of commercial and private properties.
  • B.S. in Paralegal Studies/Social Security Law
    With paralegal training in Social Security law, you can qualify to represent clients in a limited capacity in front of the Social Security Administration.
  • Masters of Science in Legal Studies
    Build industry-relevant, practical legal skills with Kaplan's online Master of Science in Legal Studies. This "outcomes-oriented" program cultivates job-ready graduates with advanced, hands-on experience.
  • Postbaccalaureate Pathway to Paralegal Certificate
    Already have a bachelor's degree, but not the certification you need to become a paralegal? This specially designed certificate program provides the credentials you need.

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Penn Foster Schools
  • Legal Assistant
  • Legal Secretary
  • Paralegal
  • Paralegal Studies

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CTU Online
  • Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies

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Westwood Online
  • Paralegal
    This flexible online program offers the fundamental legal training you need to qualify for an entry-level job as a paralegal or legal assistant.

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Keiser University eCampus Online
  • Legal Studies, BA (Online)
  • Paralegal Studies, AA (Online)

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American Public University
The American Public University offers an Associate of Arts in General Studies with a concentration in Paralegal Studies through distance learning. Accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council.

Eastern Michigan University
Eastern Michigan University offers an online Graduate Certificate in Legal Administration. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Florida International University
Florida International University offers an online Paralegal Certificate Program. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Los Angeles Mission College
The Paralegal Studies Program at Mission College provides law classes in an entirely online delivery format. Studies include Contracts, Civil Litigation, Torts, Probate, Property, Evidence, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Wills and Trusts and Family Law. Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College is a Catholic college dedicated to educating women personally and professionally. Undergraduate programs in paralegal studies are offered in the Women's External Degree Program via guided distance learning independent study. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Tompkins Cortland Community College
Tompkins Cortland Community College?s Internet College offers online degree programs, courses, and workshops. The Internet College offers this asynchronous online paralegal program:
  • A.A.S. Paralegal Degree
    The Paralegal program provides the course work and experience to prepare you for employment as a paralegal or legal assistant. You will get a basic orientation and academic exposure to a variety of subjects, including legal research and drafting, civil litigation, real estate law, wills and estate planning, family law, and legal ethics. You will complete an internship in a law office. There are also elective courses in Criminal Law and Procedure and Bankruptcy, Foreclosures, and Collections.
Accredited by the New York State Education Department and the Middle States Association.

University of Florida
The University of Florida offers by correspondence a Legal Assistant Certificate. The program is designed to introduce you to the law and to teach specific skills that are important in the delivery of legal services to the public. After you have completed the course, you will be prepared for an entry-level position in a law firm or in an organization such as a bank, corporation, or law enforcement agency. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

University of Northwestern Ohio
University of Northwestern Ohio offers the following online legal programs through distance education:
  • AAS - Legal Administrative Assistant - Word Processing Option
  • AAS - Legal Administrative Assistant - Notehand Option
  • AAS - Legal Assisting
  • Diploma - Paralegal
Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.


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