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Prepare for a career as a paralegal or legal assistant
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Earn
a valuable career credential as a paralegal |
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Acquire new skills to advance in your position |
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Learn
from experienced attorneys and judges in this established
University program |
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Complete
your certificate in one year with evening study in downtown
Wilmington |
Paralegals
are professionals trained in the delivery of various legal
services. Working under the supervision of an attorney or
under permission granted by statutes, paralegals fill a vital
role in the legal community. Their functions include legal
interviewing, legal research, drafting of legal documents,
and law office administration. The American Bar Association
has recognized the position of paralegal as an important factor
in helping the legal profession meet the increasing demand
for legal services.
Professional
opportunities for paralegals and legal assistants are many
and varied:
- Private
law firms will continue to be the largest employers of paralegals.
- Other
organizations, such as corporate legal departments, insurance
companies, real estate and title insurance firms, and banks
hire paralegals. Jobs are expected to grow in these settings
as well.
- Job
opportunities for paralegals are projected to expand in
the public sector, including community legal service programs;
federal, state, and local government agencies; consumer
organizations; and the courts.
Meet
a Graduate
“The
University of Delaware Paralegal Certificate Program is perfect
for those individuals who are motivated, willing to learn,
and prepared for an interesting and challenging experience.
I highly recommend this program to anyone considering a career
in the legal field, whether as a clerk, secretary or paralegal.”
—Deborah Krett, Case Manager United States District Court,
Delaware
All classes
take place at the UD Downtown Center for
Performance Excellence, 8th and King Streets, Wilmington. |
