Course Description
Transform Your Career with the Ultimate Paralegal Studies Course
Imagine stepping into a role where your precision, dedication, and intellect shape the outcomes of legal cases. As a paralegal, you're not just a cog in the machine-you're the force that drives the legal engine forward. You're the trusted partner, the problem solver, and the strategist who ensures every case is meticulously prepared and executed. Now, imagine having the tools, insights, and confidence to excel in this vital role. That's exactly what this course is designed to deliver.
Whether you're exploring the idea of becoming a paralegal, seeking to enhance your skills, or aiming to secure your first position in a firm, this course will set you on the path to success. But this isn't just another "intro to paralegal studies" program. It's a transformative experience crafted by experts who've walked the walk-paralegals and attorneys who know the field inside and out.
From day one, you'll feel empowered. This course doesn't just skim the surface; it dives deep into the real-world challenges and opportunities paralegals face. You'll gain an insider's understanding of what it truly means to support attorneys, manage clients, and navigate the complexities of the legal world. You'll uncover the secrets to mastering legal research, crafting flawless court documents, and anticipating the needs of the legal team-all while developing the confidence to excel under pressure.
But what truly sets this course apart is its focus on the unspoken dynamics of the profession. You'll learn not just the "what" but the "how." How to communicate effectively with clients, earn the trust of your legal team, and establish yourself as an indispensable asset in any law firm. You'll gain practical advice on avoiding common pitfalls and navigating office politics, ensuring you're ready to thrive in your career from the start.
This is more than just a course; it's a bridge to the career you've been envisioning. You'll leave equipped not only with the technical knowledge to excel but with the confidence and insight to stand out in a competitive field.
If you're ready to invest in your future, to transform your potential into expertise, and to take the first step toward a career that truly matters, this course is your next move. Enroll today-and step into the profession with the knowledge, skills, and passion to make a difference. Your future in law starts here.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs
Learning Outcomes
- Define what a paralegal is.
- Describe attorneys, attitudes, egos and your managing attorney.
- Describe language and business philosophy that brings favor from attorneys.
- Describe things paralegals get burned over - protocol and scapegoats.
- Summarize how to get along with your interoffice competition.
- Summarize priorities and management styles.
- Describe research, attorney support and Lexis Nexis.
- Describe email, phone calls and filing procedures.
- Summarize client relations and office to office relations.
- Describe attorney/client privilege and your role in it.
- Summarize office politics, downsizing and firm mergers.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Assessment Guide
Assessment | Points |
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Motives for Taking this Course | 2 points |
Lesson 1: So You Want To Be A Paralegal? | 14 points |
Lesson 2: Qualifying, Education & Certifications | 11 points |
Lesson 3: Making the Cut: Getting Hired & Negotiating Your Salary | 14 points |
Lesson 4: Unspoken Expectations & How to Get Promoted at Your Firm | 14 points |
Lesson 5: Attorneys, Attitudes, Egos and Your Managing Attorney | 14 points |
Lesson 6: Language and Business Philosophy That Brings Favor From Attorneys | 14 points |
Lesson 7: Things Paralegals Get Burned Over: Protocol & Scapegoats | 15 points |
Lesson 8: Pecking Order Among Paralegals - How to Get Along with Your Interoffice Competition | 14 points |
Lesson 9: Managing Your Case Load: Priorities and Management Styles | 15 points |
Lesson 10: Research, Attorney Support and Lexis Nexis | 14 points |
Lesson 11: Your Firm's Case Tracking Systems; eCase, Paradox, etc. | 14 points |
Lesson 12: Email, Phone Calls & Filing | 12 points |
Lesson 13: Client Relations & Office to Office Relations | 14 points |
Lesson 14: Attorney/Client Privilege & Your Role in It | 14 points |
Lesson 15: Office Politics, Downsizing & Firm Mergers | 15 points |
Lesson 16: Year End Bonuses, Fringe Perks, Parties & Dinners | 12 points |
The Final Exam | 77 points |