Paralegal - Manchester Community College - Manchester

Paralegal from Manchester Community College - Manchester is a Campus Certificate Paralegal degree that prepares you for a Legal career. Program Design The Paralegal certificate program is designed for students who have or are obtaining an educational (not vocational) associate or baccalaureate degree in a major other than paralegal or legal studies. The certificate program provides them with the opportunity to enroll in a paralegal studies program that meets standards set by the American Bar Association. Transcripts showing prior degrees must be sent directly to the Admissions office. A student who applies for graduation from the Paralegal certificate program must provide proof that he/she has received, or will concurrently receive, an educational associate or baccalaureate degree in a major other than paralegal or legal studies from an accredited institution. A paralegal or legal assistant is a person?qualified through education, training or work experience?who is employed or retained by a lawyer, law office, governmental agency or other entity. The paralegal performs specifically-delegated, substantive legal work, for which a lawyer is responsible. Paralegals may be asked to conduct research and prepare memoranda; to draft pleadings, deeds or contracts; to interview clients or witnesses; to prepare answers to interrogatories; or to digest depositions. They may prepare inventories, accounts and tax returns in connection with estates and trusts; perform real estate title searches and UCC searches; calendar and track important deadlines; or organize and maintain client files. Paralegals may not give legal advice or engage in the unauthorized practice of law. Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of all Paralegal certificate program requirements, graduates will: 1. Recognize and describe the proper role of the paralegal in the delivery of legal services to the public and apply the ethical rules that govern the conduct of the legal profession. 2. Demonstrate critical thinking, reasoning and analytical skills; conduct factual and legal research using print and computerized methods; and organize and present information effectively, both orally and in writing. 3. Describe the organization of the American legal system, apply procedural law to litigation and administrative agency law, and demonstrate substantive knowledge of principles of law. 4. Draft and interpret legal documents, including pleadings, deeds, mortgages, probate documents, court forms, business documents, and contracts for review by the supervising attorney. 5. Perform file and case management tasks in accordance with office policy and court procedures, using problem-solving, organizational and computer skills. 6. Recognize opportunities for professional development through continuing education and affiliation with professional organizations. View more details on Manchester Community College - Manchester, CT . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Paralegal courses.