Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice in Legal Studies

Paralegals, working under the supervision of any attorney, have opportunities to improve their clients’ quality of life and, in turn, improve communities.The Legal Studies concentration of the Criminal Justice bachelor’s program prepares students for careers in the fields of paralegallegal assistant and judicial administration. Students interested in pursuing law school may wish to consider this track, although no specific major is required by most law schools.In addition to earning a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, Legal Studies Concentration degree approved by the American Bar Association, you’ll earn a certificate of program completion.In addition to law firms, paralegals work in business organizations, banks, insurance companies and health organizations. The government is also a big employer of paralegals. Some of their duties include:Conducting client interviews and maintaining general contact with the clientLocating and interviewing witnessesConducting legal researchDrafting legal documents, correspondence and pleadingsSummarizing depositions, interrogatories and testimony

Your official high school transcript (which should be mailed or e-mailed directly to AUM from your high school).