Profile of Paralegal/Legal Assistant Program: New York UniversityParalegal Programs in New York - Paralegal Programs in the United States Description and details about the paralegal or legal assistant program at New York University in New York, New York.
School: New York University
Location: New York, New York
Program Name: Institute of Paralegal Studies
Degrees/Certificates/Diplomas: Diploma Program
Profile:
New York University was established in the year 1831 and comprises of 15 schools and colleges at six major centers in Manhattan. It offers more than 2,500 courses which lead to about 25 different degrees. It offers a diploma in Paralegal studies that has been approved by the American Bar Association. The students may opt for a two-semester day, evening or weekend program or may choose a one-semester intensive day program. The curriculum is constantly reviewed and changed to meet the needs of the profession. The faculty members are practicing attorneys with many years of experience. They are dedicated and committed individuals. The students of the diploma program are taught to conduct library-based research in its commendable law library as well as online research using WESTLAW. Basic Concepts in Paralegal Studies and Advanced Concepts in Paralegal Studies are two courses that have to be completed and courses include- • Introduction to Law • NY Civil Practice • Legal Research • Torts, Contracts • Real Property Law • Debtor-Creditor Relations • Wills, Estates • Trusts • Business Organizations • Ethics • Criminal Law • Family Law • Federal Income Tax • Corporations and Partnerships • Securities and Exchange Commission • Uniform Commercial Code • Legal Research and Writing • Trusts and Estates • Litigation • Real Estate • Trademark and Copyright • Litigation Case Management The students have to maintain a minimum grade C in order to earn the diploma and have to complete the program within four years. Successful graduates may find employment in private law firms, banks, insurance firms, and government agencies etc.
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