AA/AS in Legal Support Services is an associate's degree in Law programme taught at South Texas College in McAllen, United States. The programme is delivered fully online.
Also offered as: Certificate
At a glance
Degree:Associate's Degree
Field:Law
Delivery: Online
We have no tuition fees or an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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This Associate of Applied Science prepares students for support work in law offices, courts and legal organizations. The plan is delivered fully online.
Coursework includes legal research and writing, torts and personal injury, wills, trusts and probate, mediation and a paralegal practicum. Students learn to use legal terminology, prepare documents, research legal questions and follow office procedures for client intake and filing.
Ethics receive particular attention, especially the paralegal's responsibilities. Short occupational skills awards in family law and immigration law are available, and courses completed in them can count toward the degree. The associate plan includes general education such as composition and mathematics, so students finish with both professional training and a broad academic base. Because the program is online, it suits students who need flexibility around work and family.
