Paralegal
ELIGIBILITY
- For 10th: Completion of 10th grade.
- For 12th: Completion of 12th grade in any stream, preferably with subjects like Legal Studies, Business Studies, or English.
- Training: A diploma or associate degree in Paralegal Studies or Legal Assistantship. Strong research skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of legal procedures are essential.
ENTRANCE TESTS
- No specific entrance tests for paralegal programs. Admission criteria may include academic qualifications and sometimes an interview or aptitude test.
AVAILABLE COURSES
- Diploma/Certificate: Diploma in Paralegal Studies or Legal Assistantship – Typically a 1-2 year program focusing on legal research, drafting legal documents, and procedural knowledge.
- Associate Degree: Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Paralegal Studies – A 2-year program offering comprehensive training in legal principles, case management, and ethics.
WORK OPPORTUNITIES
- Law Firms: Assisting lawyers with case preparation, legal research, drafting documents, and managing client communications.
- Corporate Legal Departments: Supporting in-house counsel with contract management, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
- Government Agencies: Working in legal departments, assisting prosecutors, public defenders, or administrative law judges with legal research and case preparation.
- Non-Profit Organizations: Providing legal support on advocacy, compliance issues, and nonprofit regulations.
- Insurance Companies: Assisting claims adjusters and lawyers with insurance claims, legal research, and policy interpretations.
- Real Estate Firms: Supporting real estate lawyers with property transactions, title searches, and document preparation.
- Legal Consulting Firms: Providing paralegal services on a contract basis for litigation support, document review, and legal research.
