In assisting attorneys with the delivery of legal services, paralegals enjoy well-paid, interesting and rewarding careers. The work of paralegals helps increase the availability of quality legal services and makes those services more affordable. Such efforts allow paralegals to make significant contributions to the workplace and society. The highly respected IUSB Paralegal Studies Program is led by expert faculty with strong academic backgrounds and professional experience. The rigorous curriculum is reviewed regularly by advisory groups to ensure the the training is consistent with the current demands of the profession.
Surveys show a strong connection between the level of education and average paralegal salaries.
In addition, more and more employers view either an associate's or bachelor's degree as a prerequisite for paralegal employment. The paralegal profession is projected to grow at a much faster than average rate for the next several years. This increasing demand for paralegals, combined with increased utilization and increased responsibility, will lead to even greater salaries and benefits. Paralegals will continue to find employment in a variety of settings. Graduates of the IUSB Paralegal Studies Program currently hold positions in law offices, courts, corporations, government, banks and insurance and title companies, to use just a few examples.