Why Consider a Legal Studies/Paralegal Degree?

You are interested in a career in law, government, or business.
Getting involved in investigations, preparing for trials, interviewing clients and witnesses, and preparing legal documents appeals to you.
Researching and analyzing information is enjoyable for you.
You possess excellent communication skills

Why Learn at Lakeshore?

Courses are offered in a flexible mix of online and in-person formats.
Learn from an instructor with extensive paralegal and training experience.
Program is approved by the American Bar Association.
Smoothly transfer your degree to your choice of several university partners to complete a bachelor's degree.
Because of our low student-to-faculty ratio, you'll get to know instructors and join Lakeshore's active paralegal student association.

What It Takes

Interest in law and/or government
Attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work well with others and independently
Honesty and strong moral principles

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Transfer of Credits Policy

Approval

American Bar Association

Per ABA requirements, at least 9 credits of the program's legal specialty courses must be taken in person or in a live online format (i.e., online courses that meet a specific time each week).

Career Area

Law, Public Safety and Security

Type

Associate Degree

Program Number

10-110-1

Availability

In-Person

Associate Degree
4 Terms
60 Credits
Financial Aid Eligible
Starts fall

Career Outlook

Legal Studies/Paralegal

Median Income: $43,677.00*

POTENTIAL JOB TITLES

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Court, Municipal, and License Clerks

Perform clerical duties for courts of law, municipalities, or governmental licensing agencies and bureaus. May prepare docket of cases to be called; secure information for judges and court; prepare draft agendas or bylaws for town or city council; answer official correspondence; keep fiscal records and accounts; issue licenses or permits; and record data, administer tests, or collect fees.

Legal Secretaries

Perform secretarial duties using legal terminology, procedures, and documents. Prepare legal papers and correspondence, such as summonses, complaints, motions, and subpoenas. May also assist with legal research.

Miscellaneous Legal Support Workers

Legal support workers.

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.

Disclosure:

*As with any survey data, the wages presented here are prone to error and sampling bias. Educational decisions should not be entirely based on the data presented here. Graduate Outcome Survey data is from 2023-24 Lakeshore graduates

Admissions and Enrollment Waitlist and Petition Flexible Learning Courses

Admission and First Semester Enrollment Steps

Submit online application
Complete the online Student Success Questionnaire
Complete Get Started at Lakeshore appointment
- Application Check-in
- College Orientation Overview
- 1st Time Program Registration

Submit high school transcripts, college transcripts, and test scores (optional, highly recommended). Official transcripts will be needed for transferring college credit(s) and for financial aid purposes.

Program Cost

Tuition Cost: $9,826.20
Book Cost: $1,218.00
Supply Cost: $0.00
Program Total: $11,044.20

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Submit your questions online
Contact a College Recruiter at 920.693.1366

Some of Lakeshore College’s programs may reach program capacity due to high demand. When this occurs, the College will follow the Admissions Procedure to establish and maintain a waitlist to prioritize enrollment. In addition, some programs may offer a petition process outlined in their specific program handbook.

Many program courses are offered online, in an accelerated format or in a blended delivery which means instructors combine online learning with classroom work to limit your time on campus.

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Faculty Bios

Donna Meiselwitz

I choose to teach because I am passionate about helping individuals reach their full human potential. I find great joy in using my legal knowledge to serve others, and I hope to instill that sense of purpose, passion and inspiration to my students.

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