Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Legal Studies

Post University's bachelor's degree in Legal Studies will prepare you to start a career in the legal field as a paralegal, prepare you to excel in new positions within your current organization, or enter law school or graduate school.

Paralegal Career
Paralegals are found in all types of organizations, but most are employed by law firms, corporate legal departments, and various government offices. Jobs in this field are expected to among the fastest growing careers according to the US Department of Labor.

Paralegals assist attorneys by obtaining facts and doing research for legal cases. Paralegals perform legal research, prepare briefs of researched cases, compose letters to clients and general correspondence, draft legal documents, interview clients and digest depositions, provide general supervision of the law library in the office, gather information for client files, and assist attorneys in trial preparation.

Law School
You may enter law school with any bachelor's degree. The bachelor's degree in Legal Studies from Post University offers a thorough grounding in honest decision-making as it explores the relationship of the legal system to business, government and society. It provides an excellent foundation and preparation for law school.

The program is broad-based and allows a student to study subjects such as economics; state, local and national government; environmental law and practice; e-commerce; sports law; and patents, trademarks and copyrights. You will develop writing and communication skills necessary for success in law school and the legal profession.

You will study in highly interactive, small classes in 8-week accelerated modules. Our faculty will actively engage you in a high quality and relevant curriculum that prepares you to enter a rewarding career in the legal field.

Post University graduates become:

• Paralegals
  
• Claims Examiners
  
• Lawyers and Judges (after Law School)
  
• Legal Nurse Consultants

Many of Post University's Legal Studies graduates go on to law school and graduate school.