12-Month Paralegal Certification Prep (NALA CP Eligible)

Overview This comprehensive certified paralegal course will equip you with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel as a paralegal—in just 12 months! Whether you want to work in a traditional law office, corporate, government, or public arena. You will learn how to conduct legal research, legal interviews, and legal analyses, among other important tasks. Additionally, you will receive soft skills training to enhance your workplace effectiveness, which is essential for a successful career in the legal profession. The paralegal course concludes with a capstone project, where you will create a complete litigation file that includes a legal analysis brief, an investigative report, client interview checklist, intake memo, complaint, legal research, and interoffice memorandum of law. This project will help you showcase your skills and give you a comprehensive understanding of the paralegal’s role in the legal process. Course Objectives Learn the fundamentals of the U.S. legal system Master how to perform legal research and interviews Prepare yourself to take the Certified Paralegal certification exam through the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) Understand the basics of litigation communication skills Soft skills for workplace effectiveness Learn necessary skills required to thrive within the legal industry Learn legal research skills with access to Westlaw Prerequisites and Certification Requirements There are no prerequisites to take this course. However, you will need a high school diploma or GED equivalent to start a career as a paralegal. It is also recommended that you have basic computer skills, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and fundamental keyboarding skills. A strong grasp of English grammar conventions, such as spelling, punctuation, and composition, is also recommended. To meet the eligibility requirements to sit for the NALA Certified Paralegal exam, you must meet one of the following requirements: You must have 60 semester hours, of which at least 15 hours (225 clock hours) are from paralegal studies or hold an associate’s degree in paralegal studies, or a bachelor’s degree in any field, or have seven years of experience as a legal assistant under the supervision of a member of the Bar. Please review the exam requirements before enrolling in this course. Certification Requirements If you plan to pursue the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) Certified Paralegal (CP) credential, you must meet one of the NALA Certification Eligibility Requirements. We recommend determining eligibility before enrolling in this course. If you do not meet the eligibility requirements, a Legal Secretary course will prepare you for an entry-level legal career that can build up to the paralegal role. Please review the certification requirements before enrolling in this course by reviewing the requirements (no link shown). Curriculum Please read the curriculum outline, price, course details, and frequently asked questions in the official materials or course page. #J-18808-Ljbffr Paadultschool