Legal Studies

Subject Categories: Other

Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Legal Studies

Total Credit Hours: A minimum of 120 credit hours

Institution: University of Maryland University College

Program Description:

The legal studies major focuses on those legal concepts, procedures, and skills that are utilized in a wide variety of legal environments. Paralegal studies prepares students for challenging and responsible work in the legal environment. Paralegals work with attorneys, performing tasks that require substantive and practical legal knowledge. Students who pursue a major in legal studies will be prepared to participate as efficient and effective members of legal teams. Career opportunities include positions in law firms, government agencies, legal services offices, corporations, professional and trade associations, banks, real estate organizations, publishing companies, and other public- and private-sector businesses.

The legal studies major addresses the organization, functions, and processes of institutions in the U.S. legal system, roles and issues in the paralegal field, legal ethics, and selected specialty areas. The curriculum emphasizes important skills, including legal analysis, communication, legal research, computer competence, legal drafting, investigation, organization, and specialized legal skills.

Delivery format: Web-based online courses

For more information:

Legal Studies
3501 University Blvd. East Adelphi, MD 20783 USA

Email: umucinfo@info.umuc.edu
Web: http://www.umuc.edu/prog/ugp/majors/lgst.shtml