Paralegal Technology - Personal Injury
Curriculum Description
The Paralegal Technology curriculum prepares individuals to work under the supervision of attorneys by performing routine legal tasks and assisting with substantive legal work. A paralegal/legal assistant may not practice law, give legal advice or represent clients in a court of law.
Course work includes substantive and procedural legal knowledge in the areas of civil litigation, legal research and writing, real estate, family law, wills, estates, trusts and commercial law. Required courses also include subjects such as English, mathematics and computer utilization.
Graduates are trained to assist attorneys in probate work, investigations, public records searches, drafting and filing legal documents, research and office management. Employment opportunities are available in private law firms, governmental agencies, banks, insurance agencies and other business organizations.
The following represents one way in which the certificate can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Certificate
C25380P REVISED
NC CIP: 22.0302
Day and Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2014
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEX 130 | Civil Injuries REVISED REQUISITE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| LEX 140 | Civil Litigation I REVISED REQUISITE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Totals
Class Hours: 6
Lab/Shop Hours: 0
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 6
Spring Semester
Select a minimum of 8 credit hours:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEX 141 AND |
Civil Litigation II REVISED REQUISITE | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| LEX 214 AND |
Investigat & Trial Prep REVISED REQUISITE | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| LEX 286 AND |
Medical Evidence Analysis REVISED REQUISITE | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| WBL 111 | Work-Based Learning I NEW 2014 | (0) | (0) | (10) | (1) |
Totals
Class Hours: 4
Lab/Shop Hours: 8
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 8
Total Credit Hours: 14
Legend
- : Comprehensive Articulation Agreement - This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.
- : Local Requirement
- : Instructional Service Agreement
- : Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
- : Global Distinction
- : Requisite(s)
Additional Information
A student must receive a grade of C or higher in any LEX course in order to receive credit for that course.
Work-based learning experience courses may be available for this program. Please see advisor.
Certificates in Paralegal Technology are intended for the use and benefit of students who have already completed either a two-year or four-year undergraduate degree in any field.
C25380P REVISED
