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Paralegal

colleagues in a law officeLearn legal fundamentals, appropriate skills, and practical experience to work in a legal office

A paralegal is trained in legal matters and assists lawyers with researching facts for cases, preparing documents, maintaining files, and preparing for trial. Paralegals are prepared by their training to read, interpret, and summarize case law and other legal documents and may make recommendations to the lawyers with whom they work.

Career Opportunities

Paralegals commonly specialize in one particular area of law such as criminal law, family law, or personal injury law.

Average Salary - $50,000

Learn

  • Analytic critical thinking
  • Identify and explain professional and ethical standards appropriate to the legal profession
  • Apply legal concepts including jurisdiction, contract law, property law, agency and business organization types

PROGRAM OFFERINGS

Paralegal Studies, A.A.S.
Earn your Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies.
60 total credit hours required

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FAQs

What can I do with an Associate of Science Degree in Paralegal Studies?

Paralegeal Studies prepares you for a direct career in the legal field while also giving you the option to continue your education. This degree is career-focused and designed to build job-ready legal skills.

Delgado’s Paralegal Studies program prepares students for work in Louisiana’s legal system, including:

  • Familiarity with Louisiana court structure
  • Exposure to state-specific legal procedures
  • Practical understanding of how law offices operate day to day

This local focus helps graduates transition smoothly into legal positions in the region.

What courses will I study?

These courses form the foundation of the program and prepare you for day-to-day paralegal work. You will typically study:

  • Introduction to Paralegal Studies
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation and Trial Preparation
  • Legal Environment of Business
  • Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility

These courses teach how to research law, draft documents, manage cases, and work ethically under attorney supervision.