The program stresses knowledge of law and mastery of the practical competencies essential to a successful paralegal, including computer literacy, organization and analytical skills, case management, and legal research and writing. The Tulane Paralegal Program is a college credit program. The American Bar Association first granted its approval of the program in 1981 and it remains the oldest such approved program in this region. The program runs an active job placement service at no cost to students, graduates, or employers. A minor in Paralegal Studies is also available, but students do not earn a certificate under this option.
Students receive the paralegal certificate only upon completion of all degree requirements.