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This program is not currently being offered.
Paralegals play an important role in the legal industry. While lawyers are ultimately responsible for legal work, many tasks are often delegated to paralegals within the law office.
National College's Paralegal program provides the fundamental knowledge of legal terminology, procedural law, drafting of legal documents, and research.
Graduates of the Paralegal program are eligible to take the Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) or Certified Paralegal (CP) exam administered by the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA).
The Paralegal program at the Roanoke Valley and Dayton Area campuses is approved by the American Bar Association.
As a student in the Paralegal program, you will:
Introduction to Paralegal Studies
Emphasis is on office behavior, ethics, skills, court systems, and case preparation.
Legal Research and Writing
Learn to effectively use law text and other law library resources.
Legal Office Procedures
Learn fundamental legal office procedures as well as exercises in judgment, independent actions, and coping with interruptions in the office environment.
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Disclaimer: National College does not support the Unauthorized Practice of Law. Unauthorized Practice of Law damages the legal profession and the public it serves. A paralegal may not provide any legal services directly to the public or hold himself or herself out as an individual qualified to render independent legal services to another. A paralegal shall comply with the applicable legal authority governing the unauthorized practice of law in the jurisdiction in which the paralegal is employed or resides.
Also available, Paralegal Studies Certificate.
If you would rather speak with a representative over the phone, call 888.956.2732.
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