Prepare for a Career in Legal Studies
Train to assist any type of lawyer in the area of law that most interests you with Herzing's legal studies program. Learn about different types of law and gain the skills needed to conduct legal research and prepare legal documents. Program available exclusively online, providing you added convenience and flexibility.
Legal Studies Degree Programs
Prepare for an interesting, behind-the-scenes legal career. As a Herzing graduate, you will be prepared to work in such areas as paralegal or legal assisting, a member of an organization’s legal department, or continue on to law school.
- Earn a Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies in 36 months
- Earn an Associate of Science in Legal Studies in 20 months
- Learn from faculty with extensive industry experience
- Flexible scheduling to earn your degree while balancing work and life
Graduates of the Associate of Science in Legal Studies are eligible to take the Certified Paralegal examination offered by the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA).
What will I learn in Herzing's legal studies program?
Required Courses
- Introduction to Legal Assisting
- Legal Research
- Contract Law
- Torts
- Family Law
- Ethics and Paralegal Professionalism
- Law Office Procedures
- Civil Litigation
- Legal Writing
- NALA Certification Review
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