Paralegal Studies
Paralegal Studies covers Interviewing and assisting clients and witnesses, drafting legal documents, litigation support, and case management. Earn an Associate of Applied Science or certificate and pursue work as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Compliance Officer, and more.
The Paralegal Studies, Post Degree Certificate of Completion will no longer be offered beginning in Fall 2022.
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Paralegal Studies Program
The Paralegal Studies program will prepare you for entry into the legal profession. Paralegals are skilled professionals who perform substantive legal tasks under the supervision of a licensed attorney. Responsibilities include:
- Interviewing and assisting clients and witnesses
- Investigation
- Data analysis
- Drafting legal documents
- Research
- Litigation support
- Case management
Paralegal Goals and Objectives
The goal of the CNM Paralegal Studies program is to provide you with quality education and training so you can assist the legal profession in rendering more economical and efficient legal services to a greater number of people. The following objectives support this goal:
- Understand the various functions and roles of a paralegal in a variety of legal specialty areas
- Knowledge of substantive and procedural law and the legal system
- Knowledge of the ethical responsibilities affecting paralegals and attorneys with emphasis on the prohibitions against unauthorized practice of law
- Master effective communication skills; oral, interpersonal, and written
- Demonstrate proficiency in using technology, including performing legal research
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