Paralegal, Apprenticeship Cert1

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(CIP 22.0302)

281-756-3642

Purpose: The Level I Certification provides a quick, marketable distinction, showcasing foundational industry knowledge that can set a candidate apart during the hiring process.

First Year

First Semester (Fall)

LGLA 1301 - Legal Research and Writing 3 Course Credits **
LGLA 1311 - Introduction to Law 3 Course Credits **
LGLA 2305 - Interviewing and Investigating 3 Course Credits **

Semester Credits: 9

Second Semester (Spring)

LGLA 1345 - Civil Litigation 3 Course Credits
LGLA 1353 - Wills, Trusts, & Probate Admin 3 Course Credits
LGLA 1355 - Family Law 3 Course Credits
LGLA 2313 - Criminal Law and Procedure 3 Course Credits

Semester Credits: 12

Third Semester (Summer)

LGLA 1351 - Contract Law 3 Course Credits
LGLA 2303 - Torts and Personal Injury Law 3 Course Credits
LGLA 2331 - Advanced Legal Research & Writing 3 Course Credits

Semester Credits: 9

Second Year

First Semester (2nd Fall)

LGLA 1323 - Employment Law 3 Course Credits
LGLA 1380 - Cooperative Ed I - Paralegal Assistant 3 Course Credits

Semester Credits: 6

Minimum Total Credits for Paralegal Apprenticeship Cert1: 36

NOTE: Completion of Cert1 provides students additional paralegal employment opportunities based on a broader understanding of different areas of the law.

+ Denotes Core Requirement. (Speak with Program Director or Academic Advisor for proper course selection.)

* Capstone Course (speak with Program Director in order to qualify for specific certificates).

** These courses are prerequisite courses for all other legal courses in the currficulum.