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Online Associate Degrees in Paralegal Studies

In today's litigious society, jobs for those with a degree in paralegal studies will only increase in demand. Paralegals can investigate cases in preparation for court, put together a legal strategy, prepare statements, and organize and manage important files.

If you're looking for a career in law without the years of schooling inherent in becoming a lawyer, earning an online associate degree in paralegal studies could be the key to your career. While earning an online associate degree in paralegal studies, you'll learn how to navigate the legal system and prepare a case for court. You will learn to manage all the necessary documents like wills, contracts and settlements, which you'll need in court.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics, 7 out of 10 paralegals work for law firms; others work for corporate legal departments and government agencies. Salary figures vary for paralegal studies, with those who work for governmental agencies or large law firms making more than paralegals with small organizations. In 2004, the average income for a paralegal was around $40,000. To boost their salaries and resumes, many paralegals choose to specialize, like lawyers, in personal injury, corporate law, criminal cases, bankruptcy and immigration.


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Kaplan University
The Kaplan University School of Paralegal Studies offers the following online paralegal associate degree:
  • A.A.S. in Paralegal Studies
    If you want to advance your career or make a career change by entering the legal profession, the Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies will give you the advantage you need to attain the position you want. This program teaches you to communicate effectively within the legal environment, synthesize important concepts from specialized legal areas, demonstrate ethical decision-making skills, and develop effective legal research methods. Comprehensive study in areas such as civil litigation, contracts, legal research, and criminal law will prepare you for diverse career opportunities in the field.
Kaplan University is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Colorado Technical University Online
  • Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies
Colorado Tech Online is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Institutions of Higher Learning.

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Westwood College Online
  • Paralegal
Westwood College Online is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT).

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South University
  • Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies
South University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools as a Level V institution eligible to award associate, bachelor, master's, and doctoral degrees.

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Everest University Online
Florida Metropolitan University (FMU) offers an online associate legal assistant degree program:
  • Homeland Security (Associate)
  • Paralegal (Associate)
    While lawyers assume ultimate responsibility for legal work, they often delegate many of their tasks to Legal Assistants/Paralegals. Legal Assistants/Paralegals continue to assume a growing range of tasks in the nation's legal offices and perform many of the same tasks as lawyers. Some of their most important tasks are helping lawyers prepare for closings, hearings, trials, and corporate meetings. The online degree program is identical to the classroom version of the Associate in Science degree in Legal Assistant/Paralegal. Skills and knowledge acquired through the online degree program will mirror what is gained in the classroom.
Florida Metropolitan University is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).

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Alfred State College
Alfred State College, a member of the technology college sector within the State University of New York (SUNY) system, offers online asynchronous associate degree and certificate programs including:
  • Associate in Science in Court and Realtime Reporting
Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

University of Northwestern Ohio
The University of Northwestern Ohio offers the following entirely online degree programs:
  • Associate Degree in Legal Secretarial
  • Associate Degree in Legal Assisting
Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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