Criminal and civil trials don’t just happen - they require careful planning, case management and analytical thinking on the part of the entire legal team. Gain a broad overview of the Paralegal profession, so you can assist your team to a positive outcome in civil or criminal litigation. Topics: responsibilities of the Paralegal profession; ethics; legal terminology; court structures; introduction to legal writing; fee structure and timekeeping; introduction to civil litigation practices and documents; interviewing witnesses; and the discovery process.

Prerequisite: High School Diploma or equivalent

Recommended Textbook

The textbook for this course is available on Amazon in both new and used formats. If purchased new, plan on spending approximately $160 plus tax and shipping. 

Paralegal Today:  The legal team at work by Roger LeRoy Miller and Mary Meinzinger | ISBN-13: 9780357454060

Program Completion

This is the first of three required courses in the Paralegal Certificate. To earn the Paralegal Certificate, you must meet the following requirements:

• Attend 90% of the Paralegal Certificate Program (at least 81 course hours)
• Regularly participate in class
• Complete all assignments by the deadline given
• Receive a minimum score of 75 percent on all assignments, quizzes and tests

For complete details about our Paralegal Certificate Program, attend a free Paralegal Certificate Information Session and/or visit our Paralegal Certificate overview page.