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Paralegal - Thornton

Program Info

Join a profession that is expected to grow much faster than the average* among employment for all industries. There is a growing need for paralegals in the legal profession. Start your career with training through Everest's Paralegal Associate Degree program.

You can learn about the necessary tools to provide vital assistance to lawyers, clients and courts.

Paralegal Training Courses

The Paralegal Associate Degree program core courses include:

Introduction to Paralegal
Criminal Procedure and the Constitution
Legal Research and Writing I
Legal Research and Writing II
Torts
Contract Law
Wills, Trusts, and Probate
Family Law
Law Office Management
Civil Procedure

With additional courses available in:

Bankruptcy
Contemporary Issues and Law
Business Organizations
Introduction to Administrative Law
Real Estate Law
Environmental Law

You can learn fundamental knowledge about the formation of contracts, breach of contracts, and remedies for the breach of contracts. Become familiar with the terminology, policies and procedures applied to: estate planning, wills, trusts, estate taxes, estate sales, and joint tenancy.

Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public, except as permitted by law.

Paralegal Career Opportunities

Some career opportunities may include working as an entry-level paralegal in:

Legal Offices
State and Federal Government Agencies
Corporate Legal Departments
Consumer Groups
Insurance Companies
Banks
Title Companies
Legal Aid Societies

Paralegal Degree

Upon graduation, you’ll receive an Associate of Science (AS) Degree in Paralegal. Although no different from an AS degree, some states may award an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree.

Programs may vary by campus. Please refer to the school catalog available at the campus in your area for specific program information.

*Adapted from the Professional and Related Occupations - [http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos114.htm#outlook] Paralegals and Legal Assistants section of the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics. Your own hard work, professional attitude and demeanor, experience, and local market factors may impact personal employment opportunities.

* Schedules subject to change. Please contact the campus for current schedule.