Paralegal Technology
About the Program
The Paralegal Technology program prepares individuals to perform research, drafting, investigation, recordkeeping and related administrative functions under the supervision of an attorney or court or business. The program includes instruction in legal research, document drafting, law office procedures, pleadings, courthouse procedures, and legal specialization.
AWARD TYPES: Certificate Level 1, Associate of Applied Science
AREA OF STUDY: Business
Degrees and Certificates
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Students will be able to:
Analyze the current law on Paralegal Licensing and Certification as it pertains to their individual goals by mapping their personal career paths and comparing it to the state licensing requirements.
Formulate answer day in Texas for a Civil Lawsuit after service of citation.
Interpret a Legal issue dealing with Texas State Court Law and prepare/reach a Legal Conclusion.
Prepare a general denial/answer and a simple legal petition using Texas style of form and illustrate basic courtroom etiquette and court filing procedure in Texas.
Program Information
General Requirements
The Paralegal Technology program prepares individuals to perform research, drafting, investigation, record-keeping and related administrative functions under the supervision of an attorney or court or business. The program includes instruction in legal research, document drafting, law office procedures, pleadings, courthouse procedures, and legal specialization.
The field is growing rapidly, and the need for trained individuals in the area is critical. The program may also be useful for pre-law training.
As an option for the Paralegal Technology elective, students may take LGLA 1370-ProDoc for Paralegals. At the conclusion of this course, students have the opportunity to take the exam offered by ProDoc, Inc., a division of Thompson-Reuters located at 610 Opperman Dr., Eagan, Minnesota 55123. Successful completion of the exam certifies students in ProDoc software.
Paralegals are not authorized by the State Bar of Texas to give legal advice or perform legal work without the supervision of an attorney.
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one Certificate in Paralegal Technology - Legal Assistant. Students must choose from one of the following two specializations: General or Medical.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates.
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Juan Crawford
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