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Paralegals are so important to any law firm and most legal work is often delegated to the paralegal. They are not allowed to carry out or practice law but they may in fact do many of the same tasks as a lawyer. One of the most important things that you would be responsible for would be to help out prepare for hearings, trials or closings. Your responsibilities would be to review cases to make sure that all relevant information is considered and accounted for. |
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Learn the skills you need to become a Paralegal at home, at your own pace with Penn Foster. There are certain skills you need to begin a career as a Paralegal. The Penn Foster Paralegal Program helps you learn them quickly and conveniently! You will learn:
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Legal terminology and the U.S. Court System
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How to conduct legal investigations and interviews
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Legal writing and legal research
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Paralegal ethics and professional responsibility
And you’ll learn it all at home with no classroom needed! You’ll get valuable information about the Paralegal’s role in civil vs. criminal litigation, the federal and state court system, case investigation, evidence and evaluation. It’s like having your own personal Paralegal school. Why learn Paralegal skills? With the right credentials, you can:
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Work for a private law firm, corporate legal department, or government agency.
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Work in civil and criminal litigation, real estate, or estates and trusts.
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Prepare legal documents, do research, and ready cases for trial.
Demand for the professional Paralegal will rise 29% by 2012.* Paralegals enjoy exciting, varied assignments, respect and prestige, and the confidence that comes with doing important work and doing it well. We’ll send you FREE information and with absolutely no obligation! Find out more about Penn Foster's Paralegal training that includes:
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All the books, lessons, equipment, and learning aids you need
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Microsoft® Word and Microsoft® Office software
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Access to student services by website, phone, and mail
+Source: "Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2004-05 Edition," a publication of the U.S. Department of Labor.
*Growth figures represent a ten-year period ending 2012. Source:” National Industry-Occupation Employment Matrix,” a publication of the U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Reach your goals with an online college degree from a leader in career education.
Kaplan University offers online degree programs that prepare you for a satisfying career in today’s challenging business world. Stand out among other college graduates in ways you never thought possible.
Paralegal Studies
BS in Paralegal Studies
AAS in Paralegal Studies
Pathway to Paralegal Certificate
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Start your training so that one day you can have the skills to work with trial lawyers or prepare information for the prosecution. With experience you can also work in probate law and help families set up trusts, wills, settle divorces or handle probate tax matters.
Key topics in this comprehensive Ashworth University distance learning course include:
The relationship between the paralegal and the client
· The constitutional law and the powers of the government, the constitution and the
bill of rights.
· Contract law and how contracts are created.
· Criminal and civil law and procedure
· Interrogatories, interviewing skills, legal research
· Working closely with attorneys and much, much more!
Distance education lets you study in the comfort of home at your own pace. Frequent course updates assure you’ll learn the latest skills and techniques. Ashworth
Career School courses are very affordable; monthly tuition is interest-free. Ashworth
Career School is an accredited member of the Distance Education and Training Council. The Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency for distance learning schools.
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How Do you get an Online Paralegal Degree?
The most common way to get into the industry is to attend a college the specializes in this career. Although most employers do not require certification, earning a voluntary certificate from a professional society will offer many advantages once you start shopping for a job. You can check out the Certified Legal Assistant (CLA). Those who pass the National Federation of Paralegal Associations test will have a leg up on the rest of the population entering this field.
Job growth as a Paralegal
The growth potential is to grow faster than average through 2012. When a company hires a paralegal it actually lowers the cost of hiring a full blown lawyer or law firm. Sometimes an employer just needs information about something but doesn't need to actually hire a full blow law firm.
The duties of a paralegal do differ based on the type of organization where you will find employment. If you are working for corporations you may often assist attorneys with employee contracts or stock option plans for employees. Even maintaining corporate minute books.
What do most Paralegals work
Most which is 7 out of 10 actually work for private law firms. the remainder worked for corporate legal departments and different levels of the government.
You would be also responsible for drafting contracts, separation agreements, trust funds and mortgages. You may also assist in preparing tax returns and even estate planning. As laws have become more and more complex paralegals have responded by becoming more specialized in their work. This is great for individuals entering into this field as they can pick and choose an area that they want to go into.
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