Online Paralegal Certification and Legal Studies Programs

Paralegal and Legal Assistant Graduates - Earnings and Income Potential
Earnings of paralegals and legal assistants vary greatly. Salaries depend on education, training, experience, the type and size of employer, and the geographic location of the job. In general, paralegals who work for large law firms or in large metropolitan areas earn more than those who work for smaller firms or in less populated regions. In May 2006, full-time wage-and-salary paralegals and legal assistants had median annual earnings, including bonuses, of $43,040. The middle 50 percent earned between $33,920 and $54,690. The top 10 percent earned more than $67,540, and the bottom 10 percent earned less than $27,450. Median annual earnings in the industries employing the largest numbers of paralegals were:

In addition to earning a salary, many paralegals receive bonuses, in part, to compensate them for sometimes having to work long hours. Paralegals also receive vacation, paid sick leave, a 401 savings plan, life insurance, personal paid time off, dental insurance, and reimbursement for continuing legal education.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos114.htm

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• Juris Doctor (JD): This four-year, part-time program prepares students to sit for the California Bar Exam, and meets the requirements of the State Bar of California.
• EJD (Executive Juris Doctor): The three-year, part-time program is for students who do not plan to practice law, but will use their legal education as a specialization within other careers.

Kaplan University online offers a variety of degrees and certification programs in legal studies. Along with the undergraduate Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies and
Bachelor of Science Degrees in Paralegal Studies, Kaplan also offers a Postbaccalaureate Pathway to Paralegal Certificate Program. If you've already earned a BA or BS from an accredited college or university, our new certificate program is an efficient way to begin a career in the paralegal profession, and will provide a foundation to become a certified legal assistant. You will learn how to communicate in a legal environment, conduct legal research, and evaluate legal sources. You will also learn to apply concepts to relevant legal arguments and examine ethics in legal environments. Don't wait another second, request details from Kaplan University Online below via the red link.

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