Paralegal

Union County College
Cranford, Elizabeth, Plainfield, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, United States

Course Format: Classroom | E-learning | Virtual Class | Online | On-site | Blended | Self-paced

Course Description:

'' The mission of the Paralegal Studies Program is to recognize the vital role that paralegals play in the practice of law, both in the public and private sectors. The program will prepare students to enter the profession with the requisite skills or to transfer to a four-year institution to complete their baccalaureate degree. This Program is also suitable for those students who have earned their B.A.’s or who are already employed in the legal field.

The specific objectives of this program are that the graduate must be able to:

· examine the roles played by paralegals in the American legal system, particularly the ethical regulations concerning the practice of law;

· demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills;

· effectively communicate with others in a diverse society, maintaining a professional manner and client confidence;

· conduct legal research and other fact-gathering activities including client interviews and investigations using current and emerging technologies;

· demonstrate the ability to write clearly and accurately according to the standards of the legal profession;

· recognize the similarities and differences among the general areas of law;

· discuss the basic tenets of the diverse subjects of law and define the legal terms related to these areas;

· analyze and evaluate the relevant legal issues presented in various fact patterns;

· prepare various forms, pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other documents in preparation for litigation and post-trial practice; and

· incorporate computer technology to law office management and data compilation systems, including client files and library maintenance.

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Phone:908-965-6000

School Address:

Cranford Campus: 908-709-7000
1033 Springfield Avenue
Cranford, NJ 07016-1599

Elizabeth Campus: 908-965-6000
12 West Jersey Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07201-2314

Plainfield Campus: 908-412-3599
232 East Second Street
Plainfield, NJ 07060-1308

Scotch Plains Campus: 908-889-2400
1700 Raritan Road
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076


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