Degree Business and Graphic Arts Division Milwaukee Campus Overview Paralegal is an associate degree program that focuses on preparing you for employment as a legal assistant in the legal community, in government offices or agencies, or in business or industry. The program, which has been approved by the American Bar Association, is available days and evenings. Coursework revolves around basic legal courses designed to provide you with a broad background. Yet, you also have some options regarding area of legal specialization.
Instruction concentrates on the practical rather than theoretical aspects of law.
An internship is available on an optional basis if you select the course BADM-198 Business Internship as an elective. The use of paralegal staff permits more efficient and cost-effective use of an attorney s time. Certain routine tasks can be performed by a paralegal and billed at a lower rate, while at the same time freeing attorneys to perform those duties that require a law degree. Although this is a growing profession, competition in the job market is keen. Positions are also available in government agencies, and legal departments of banks or other private companies.