Program Details

Paralegal
http://www.matc.edu/business/degrees/paralegal.cfm
Milwaukee Area Technical College
With coursework focused on the practical aspects of law, this program provides a broad background and prepares students to work as a paralegal in the legal community, in government, or in business and industry. Career Outlook Although this is a growing profession, competition in the job market is keen. The use of paralegals permits more efficient and cost-effective use of an attorney's time, and typical job duties include conducting client interviews, obtaining case information, performing legal research, preparing and filing legal documents and court papers, and providing general assistance to attorneys. Positions are also available in governmental agencies, legal departments of banks and other private organizations and companies. Program Learning Outcomes Apply ethical principles in a legal environment Process legal documents Perform legal research Apply critical thinking skills to address legal issues Demonstrate professionalism in a legal environment Show More

This program is offered

Spring and Fall 15/16-week courses Day & Evening Class Refunds Refund: Before the class begins 100% From calendar days 1 through 12 80% From calendar days 13 through 25 60% After calendar day 25 0% Summer and all other courses less than 15 weeks Day, Evening & Weekend Class Refunds Amount of refund: Before the class begins 100% Before 11% of scheduled class is completed 80% From 11% to 20% of scheduled class completed 60% After 20% of scheduled classes is completed 0%


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