What Education or Training Do Paralegals Have?
Most paralegals receive their education from a college which offers specialized legal courses for paralegals. Some paralegals complete their paralegal education as part of a college degree program; others attend paralegal training programs after having completed an undergraduate degree; and some receive extensive on-the-job training. While educational requirements may vary, most paralegals are well-trained in such basis skills as: • legal research and writing • document drafting • investigation • oral and written communications • analyzing facts • technology • legal ethicsThey may take classes in specific areas of law, such as torts, litigation,contracts, family law, real property, probate, corporate and tax.. Paralegals also update and improve their skills by attending seminars and workshops which offer continuing paralegal education.
