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Paralegal, Legal Assistant

Associate of Applied Science

Learn to investigate legal cases, draft legal documents, perform legal research, prepare for trial, and perform other law related tasks under the supervision of an attorney.Career options include paralegal or legal assistant in a private law firm, corporation or government agency, title examiner, trust officer, contract manager, legal investigator, or preparation to become an Arizona licensed legal paraprofessional or legal document preparer.

Title IV Financial Aid eligible: Yes

Location

Downtown Campus

Contact Information

Division of Business & IT
Dean: 520.206.7694
Lead Faculty: 520.206.7182
Information Sessions

ABA American Bar Association  - ABA Approved Paralegal Program

Careers

Completing this program can lead to employment in a variety of different careers. Here are some examples of occupations related to this program with associated Pima County-based annual median wages. Some careers may require additional education or training. Source: EMSI

Occupation Annual Median Wage
Paralegal & Legal Assistant $38,581
Title Examiner $33,352
Legal Support $46,345

Academic Option

This program may apply toward a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS). See an advisor

 

www.pima.edu/paralegal-aas

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