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Online 律师助理 Course

Train to Become a 律师助理 Online

Certified paralegals play an extremely important role in the legal industry. This 100% online course will prepare you for the Certified 律师助理 (CP) exam, offered by the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA). You’ll learn how to perform a variety of tasks that paralegals experience every day, such as legal research, 面试, analysis and more.

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It was different than going to a classroom, but I really enjoyed this course! Now that I‘ve finished, I help file motions for everything from reopening cases to filing for telephonic appeals.

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Job Outlook for 律师助理s

  • According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), jobs for paralegals will grow by 15% through 2026, which is faster than most other positions.
  • The BLS states that the average annual salary for paralegals is $50,000. 然而, salary can increase depending on your law specialty and your experience level.

律师助理常见问题

What does a paralegal do?

律师助理s perform many duties that attorneys also perform themselves. 律师助理s can conduct legal research; draft contracts, 原告的起诉状, and other legal documents; answer client questions and help prepare for trial.

Is paralegal a good job?

U.S. News and World Report listed paralegal as #2 on its list of “Best Jobs that Don’t Require a College Degree.” 律师助理s were also included on the “The 100 Best Jobs” list overall based on the salary, 就业市场, potential growth and work-life balance.

Can paralegals specialize?

是的. 律师助理s can choose to specialize in different types of law such as criminal, 家庭, 移民, 房地产, 等.

Is a paralegal the same as a legal secretary?

No. 律师助理s are responsible for performing many of the tasks an attorney would do otherwise, such as conducting legal research or preparing a case file. They are often viewed as an extension of the attorney. Legal secretaries fill a more administrative role within the law firm.

Can paralegals work in any state?

是的. 律师助理s can work in any state because unlike attorneys, paralegals are not bound to a specific state licensing board. In other words, a paralegal certification is valuable nationwide.

Can you go from being a paralegal to a lawyer?

是的, you can go from a paralegal to a lawyer. Starting as a paralegal can provide great insight into how the legal system works. 然而, you will need a bachelor’s degree before you can apply for law school and pass a state bar exam.

Course Objective

  • Learn the common responsibilities and duties of paralegals within the US legal system.
  • Be fully prepared to sit for the Certified 律师助理 certification exam, offered by NALA.

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先决条件

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

课程

  • 律师助理 in the Legal System
  • 律师助理 Employment
  • On-The-Job Realities
  • Regulation of 律师助理s
  • Attorney and 律师助理 Ethics
  • Introduction to The Legal System
  • Introduction to Legal Analysis
  • Legal Interviewing
  • Investigation in a Law Office
  • Litigation Management
  • Legal Research 101
  • Advanced Legal Research
  • 法律写作
  • Introduction to the Use Of Computers
  • Introduction to Law Office Administration
  • Tort Law, Product Liability and Consumer Law
  • Contracts, Insurance and Property Law
  • Estates and Family Law
  • Laws Affecting Business
  • 刑法
  • 顶石
  • Portfolio Lesson
  • 期末考试

教练

凯西·汤普森

凯西·汤普森 is a licensed attorney in Texas. Before he started teaching, his major areas of practice were business and corporate law, entertainment law and intellectual property rights. He received his Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas Tech University and holds a law degree from the Texas A&M School of Law.

Registration and Enrollment

  • This course is 100% online.
  • 随时开始.

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