Certificate of Applied Science - Legal Studies at University of Montana

Programme overview

The goals of the Legal Studies program are to enable students, through theoretical and practical legal education, to understand the function of law, to work as legal assistants and paralegals in the effective delivery of legal services, and to enhance the legal profession. This program is designed to equip students with skills to analyze legal issues and perform various activities, including drafting legal documents, interviewing clients, conducting legal research, and preparing cases for trial. Students are exposed to the principles of legal ethics and are cautioned regarding restrictions against the unauthorized practice of law by laypersons.

Faculty: Missoula College | Duration: 38 credit hours | Location: Missoula, MT, United States

What you will study

38 credit hours. Required courses include Introduction to Public Speaking; Contracts; Legal Ethics; Introduction Paralegal Studies; Legal Research & Writing I; Principles of Real Estate; Criminal Procedures; Civil Litigation; Computers & Law.

Career pathways

The American Bar Association approves this program, and graduates can sit for the NALA CP® Exam to become certified paralegals upon graduation. The Legal Studies program prepares students for challenging and diverse careers in private law practices and the law-related areas of business, industry, and government. Legal Studies students receive the necessary legal training to take advantage of new career opportunities in all sectors of the economy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University-level admission applies (University of Montana undergraduate admission; no separate programme-specific application is listed unless noted). Students utilize current technology through internet research and legal and general office software applications. This does not apply to students who already have baccalaureate degrees.

Duration: 38 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://umontana.edu/apply.php

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