Programs / Associate of Science / Legal Assisting
Legal Assisting
Description
The legal assistant plays a vital role in the American justice system. Yearly increases in court cases increase the demand for skilled professionals.
Attorneys are in need of trained legal assistants to research, draft legal documents and prepare cases for litigation.
In City College Legal Assisting Program, you'll study various disciplines of law, effective research techniques, preparation of legal documents and computer applications. On externship, you'll get practical experience in a professional legal office before you graduate.
In less than two years, you'll earn your Associate of Science Degree in Legal Assisting. Get started now on an exciting career in the legal field at City College.
The program is comprised of ninety-seven (97) credit hours presented over seven (7) quarters.
Career Opportunities Include
- Legal Research
- Document Drafting
- Case Preparation
- Interpretation and Analysis
- Private Law Firms
- Government Offices
- Corporate Legal Departments
Curriculum Includes
- Introduction to Legal Assisting
- General Law
- Torts
- Contracts and Commercial Transactions
- Real Estate Law
- Family Law
- Criminal Law and Criminal Procedures
- Court Proceedings and Litigation
