Post-Baccalaureate Legal Studies/Paralegal
Paralegals work under the supervision of lawyers in a range of tasks—researching the law; investigating; preparing for hearings, trials, and real estate closings; interviewing clients and witnesses; and preparing legal documents and other legal correspondence. Paralegals cannot give legal advice or represent clients in court. If you are detail oriented, organized, strong in communication, and enjoy researching and analyzing facts, you might find a career as a paralegal very rewarding. The Paralegal Post-baccalaureate Certificate is appropriate for those persons who already have earned a bachelor’s degree.
Benefits
- Certificate is approved by the American Bar Association.
- Classes are taught by Wisconsin attorneys and paralegals teaching Wisconsin law.
- Credits may be transferable; consult with a counselor regarding specific courses and institutions.
- Technical Diploma
- 2 Terms
- 24 Credits
- Financial Aid Eligible
- Starts January
Career Outlook
Post-Baccalaureate Legal Studies/Paralegal
Median Income: $49,729.00*
POTENTIAL JOB TITLES
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Perform secretarial duties using legal terminology, procedures, and documents. Prepare legal papers and correspondence, such as summonses, complaints, motions, and subpoenas. May also assist with legal research.
Legal support workers.
Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.
Disclosure:
*Lightcast/EMSI data is a hybrid dataset derived from official government sources such as the US Census Bureau, Bureau of Economic Analysis, and Bureau of Labor Statistics. This salary data is from the Lakeshore District.
ADMISSION AND FIRST SEMESTER ENROLLMENT STEPS
Work with Admissions Advisor to:
- Submit Application
- Complete the Student Success Questionnaire.
- Submit transcripts and test scores. (Submit official college transcripts for proof of bachelor’s degree)
- Schedule your First Time Program Counseling/Registration Session with your assigned program counselor to plan your first semester schedule, review your entire plan of study and discuss the results of the Student Success Questionnaire.
*Submit transcripts and test scores (optional, highly recommended): College transcripts, along with high school transcripts and test scores from within the last five years, used for course registration. Official transcripts needed for transferring college credit(s) and for financial aid purposes.
FUTURE SEMESTER ENROLLMENT STEPS
Work with your Program Counselor to:
- Complete online Student Success Tutorial prior to registering for second semester.
Approximate Costs
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Want more information?
- Submit your questions online
- Contact an Admissions Advisor at 920.693.1162
Many program courses are offered online, in an accelerated format or in a blended delivery which means instructors combine online learning with classroom work to limit your time on campus.
Faculty Bios
Donna Meiselwitz
I choose to teach because I am passionate about helping individuals reach their full human potential. I find great joy in using my legal knowledge to serve others, and I hope to instill that sense of purpose, passion and inspiration to my students.
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