If you love the law
but aren't ready to commit to law school, our paralegal associate program may be your answer. If you have looked around at other on-ground or online paralegal schools - look no further. This is your opportunity to develop the skills necessary to function as a qualified assistant to a lawyer through one of our physical campuses, or our convenient online learning program. The program provides the fundamental knowledge of legal terminology, procedural and substantive law and drafting of legal documents and research. As a graduate, you'll be prepared to seek jobs such as an entry-level legal assistant to attorneys in government, corporate or private practice, as well as an entry-level paralegal.

Paralegal Course Information
A paralegal degree opens up a world of possibilities. Course topics include:
  • Legal Writing
  • Criminal Law for Paralegals
  • Civil Litigation
  • Immigration Law
  • Bankruptcy Law
  • Wills
  • Trusts and Probate
  • Real Estate Law
  • Interviewing and Investigation

Not all programs available at all campuses.
Program names, course topics and outcomes may vary by location. Please speak with a Westwood College admissions representative for full program details.

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be able to:
  • Describe basic law, codes, court structure and the three branches of government.
  • Prepare effective and appropriate legal documents
  • Effectively utilize legal technologies, like Westlaw and Lexis-Nexis
  • Conduct preliminary legal investigations, including client and witness interviews
  • Demonstrate high standards of ethics and professionalism

Where could your Paralegal degree take you?
Take a look at the following career path that might be yours with a paralegal associate degree from Westwood College. Paralegal/Legal Assistant
  • Perform substantive and procedural legal work as authorized by law, which otherwise would be performed by an attorney
  • Assist lawyers in criminal law, government, real estate or any other legal work

Introducing the Westwood Employment Pledge

At Westwood College, we'll provide you the knowledge and credentials you need to start your career.  We’re so confident that you’ll receive the right skills to launch your career and get your first job, that if you haven’t found employment within six months of graduation; we’ll help pay your bills.  Simple as that.  We offer the Westwood Employment Pledge because we stand by our education and we’ll support you on your path to success.  Ask Westwood for full details.

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