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Bachelor Degrees in Criminal Justice & Legal: Paralegal Studies
As a paralegal, you may prepare legal documents and assist attorneys with preparation for all legal proceedings, including trials. Paralegals conduct comprehensive research, often dividing their time between the office and law libraries. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) anticipates rapid job growth in the paralegal field, a 22 percent increase from 2006 to 2016. It predicts the greatest job prospects for those formally educated.
Getting a Paralegal Studies Degree
An online bachelor's degree in paralegal studies can provide excellent career skills--on your own time. And since most legal research today is performed on the Internet, an online degree is evidence that you have the computer skills needed for a large part of your job. Typical courses include legal research and writing, property law, civil practice, and dispute resolution. According to the BLS, the 2006 median salary for paralegals was $43,040.
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