Module #1 Introduction to the Legal Profession Overview of the legal system, roles and responsibilities of legal assistants/paralegals, and the importance of ethics in the legal field.
Module #2 Legal Terminology Fundamentals of legal terminology, including definitions, usage, and application in legal documents and proceedings.
Module #3 Legal Research and Analysis Introduction to legal research methods, sources, and tools, including online databases and libraries.
Module #4 Civil Litigation I Overview of the civil litigation process, including pleadings, motions, and discovery.
Module #5 Civil Litigation II Continuation of civil litigation, including trial preparation, evidence, and post-trial procedures.
Module #6 Contract Law Principles of contract law, including contract formation, performance, and breach.
Module #7 Tort Law Introduction to tort law, including negligent and intentional torts, damages, and defenses.
Module #8 Family Law Overview of family law, including marriage, divorce, child custody, and support.
Module #9 Criminal Law and Procedure Introduction to criminal law and procedure, including crimes, defenses, and trial procedures.
Module #10 Wills, Trusts, and Estates Overview of wills, trusts, and estates, including probate, intestate succession, and estate administration.
Module #11 Real Property Law Principles of real property law, including ownership, transfer, and financing of real property.
Module #12 Business Organizations Introduction to business organizations, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and limited liability companies.
Module #13 Intellectual Property Law Overview of intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
Module #14 Legal Writing and Communication Effective legal writing and communication techniques, including document preparation and presentation.
Module #15 Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility Ethical considerations for legal assistants/paralegals, including confidentiality, conflicts of interest, and unauthorized practice of law.
Module #16 Law Office Management Practical aspects of law office management, including time management, billing, and file organization.
Module #17 Technology in the Law Office Using technology to manage and organize legal work, including software applications and online resources.
Module #18 Discovery and Litigation Support Assisting with discovery, including document production, deposition preparation, and trial support.
Module #19 Client Relations and Customer Service Developing effective client relationships and providing excellent customer service in a law office setting.
Module #20 Paralegal Skills and Responsibilities Advanced paralegal skills and responsibilities, including case management and legal research.
Module #21 Specialized Areas of Law Exploring specialized areas of law, including immigration, bankruptcy, and workers compensation.
Module #22 Legal Assistant/Paralegal Professional Development Continuing education and professional development opportunities for legal assistants/paralegals.
Module #23 Job Search Strategies and Career Development Preparing for a career as a legal assistant/paralegal, including resume building, interviewing, and job search strategies.
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Legal Assistant / Paralegal career
