Associate in Applied Science in Paralegal/Legal Studies
Iowa Lakes Community College
Program Details
The online AAS in Paralegal/Legal Studies degree program from Iowa Lakes Community College is designed to prepare students to perform specifically delegated substantive legal work for lawyers, law offices, corporations, governmental agencies, or other entities. Graduates possess the knowledge and skills needed to:
- Evaluate cases
- Conduct client and witness interviews
- Draft court pleadings and motions
- Perform legal research
- Prepare legal documents, such as contracts, wills, and deeds
- Manage and organize case files
- Help attorneys prepare for trials and hearings
Requirements
- High school or GED diploma/transcript
- College transcripts, if applicable
School Accreditation Statement
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission