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Paralegal and Legal Programs

We've partnered with the Center for Legal Studies to bring you the paralegal certification program, designed for beginning and advanced legal workers.

Paralegal Certificate Course

Upon completion of the Paralegal Certificate Course©, you will be qualified to assist attorneys in a variety of duties, including:

  • Interviewing witnesses
  • Investigating complex fact patterns
  • Researching the law
  • Preparing cases for courtroom litigation

The Paralegal Certificate Course© is comprised of two seven-week courses: Paralegal I and Paralegal II.  Throughout this intensive, practice-oriented program you will not only develop a wide range of in-demand legal skills, but also get insight on finding work or starting your own freelance paralegal business.

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References

Massachusetts Paralegal Career and Salary Guide

Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development

Bureau of Labor Statistics

January 2014 Occupational Outlook Handbook, Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Bureau of Labor Statistics

May 2014 State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates, Massachusetts

Bureau of Labor Statistics

May 2014 Occupational Employment and Wages, Paralegals and Legal Assistants

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