The program prepares students with the skills and academic knowledge necessary for a career as a legal assistant/paralegal working under the supervision of a licensed attorney. These career opportunities may be in small or large legal firms, corporations, or government agencies. The duties of a legal assistant/paralegal include assisting the lawyer with research, brief preparation, and other legal office administration, but do not include practicing law, advising clients, or setting fees.
Note: The Associate of Science in Legal Assisting/Paralegal and the Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies are approved by the American Bar Association at only the New Orleans Campus location of Herzing College.