Paralegal Studies

According to the 2009 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, new paralegal jobs are expected to increase by 22% between 2006 and 2016*. Not only is the number of jobs expanding, the different kinds of jobs a paralegal can do are changing every day. With an ABA-approved Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies from Fremont College, you can open the doors to a rewarding future. Fremont College of Legal Studies has a fully appointed Law Library, and access to the latest digital and online legal research tools. Our instructors are recognized experts in the world of law, and we combine our paralegal courses with lectures and discussions with some of the top legal minds in Southern California.

Earning an Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies from Fremont College can give you the competitive edge!

Paralegal Course of Study

In our paralegal degree training, you will learn the history of the United States legal system and study the background behind the latest developments in fast-moving areas of today’s law. You will cover everything from employment law to intellectual property to the contracts that influence the biggest business deals. And through the process of Professional Action Learning, you’ll practice the real-world work skills that will go to work for you.

Paralegal Studies Career Opportunities

At Fremont College, your paralegal education prepares you for the working world with real-world skills. And once you’re ready to put your skills to work for you, we’ll be there to help you make the move from the classroom to the workforce with the assistance of our Career Services staff. Careers in the paralegal world offer a wide variety of different challenges and rewards. Many paralegals find work with law firms, but there are many opportunities for paralegals with large businesses, government agencies, and nonprofit law firms. Take the next step to your future paralegal career. Contact us now.

• Real Estate Paralegal
  • Create the documents that can help people move into a new home or sell properties.
  • File the papers that can get a business into a new location.

• Estate Planning & Probate Paralegal
  • Research the best solutions for people to pass on their assets to their loved ones.
  • Help clients prepare wills and trusts that help them care for their families in the future.

• Litigation Paralegal
  • Assist lawyers as they prepare to argue cases in court with research.
  • Prepare exhibits and file important court documents.

• Community Legal Project Specialist
  • Provide legal support to underserved people in your community.
  • File important papers for the poor and elderly.

• Law Clerk
  • Research legal issues using paper and digital resources.
  • Use research to help clients and attorneys file wills, business documents, and legal briefs.

• Government Paralegal
  • Analyze and prepare evidence for government agency hearings.
  • Prepare statements on public legal policy for government agencies and the public.

• Claims Investigator
  • Verify the details of insurance claims filed by policyholders.
  • Conduct interviews to ensure that all involved parties are telling the truth.

• Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
  • Study the rules and regulations that protect the safety of all workers.
  • Work with employers to develop on-the-job protocols that prevent workplace injuries.

• IP/Patent Paralegal
  • File patent applications to help knowledge innovators protect their new creations
  • Stay on top of the latest policy developments in a fast-moving legal field.