Online Legal/Paralegal Degree Programs

Online legal degrees in paralegal studies, legal studies, law, personal injury, and more.

Law and Legal Services Whether you want to qualify to meet the growing demand for paralegals or earn a Juris Doctor degree and practice law, you'll find an online degree program to fit your schedule and your career objective.

Paralegals assist attorneys in a variety of key tasks. They help lawyers prepare for closings, hearings, trials and meetings; they investigate cases, research legal precedents, obtain affidavits, and help prepare documents and presentations. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts a bright employment picture for paralegals: (cont.)

Employment is projected to grow much faster than average, as employers try to reduce costs by hiring paralegals to perform tasks formerly carried out by lawyers.
Most entrants have an associate's degree in paralegal studies, or a bachelor's degree coupled with a certificate in paralegal studies.
About 7 out of 10 work for law firms; others work for corporate legal departments and government agencies.
Competition for jobs should continue; experienced, formally trained paralegals should have the best employment opportunities.

Our accredited colleges and universities offer Associate's and Bachelor's degrees in Paralegal Studies that will qualify you take advantage of this growing demand. If you have a BA or BS degree, you can also take a certificate program in paralegal studies.

Those intending to practice law or take advantage of the many other high-paying career opportunities available to law school graduates can earn their Juris Doctor degree online. These select online programs offer maximum scheduling flexibility and enable you to complete your degree in less time than is usually required for on-campus programs.

Explore the online legal and paralegal programs below and request more information today. The respective college or university will help you make sure that a particular program is best for your educational and career goals.

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