Opportunity in the paralegal profession is growing fast. To meet employment demands, a variety of positions and specialties have been created, making now a good time to enter the legal field.* At Kaplan University, our Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies program can help you develop an understanding of fundamental legal terminology and concepts.†

A Career as a Legal Professional

Kaplan University's curriculum is intended to prepare you for employment in various industries, assisting a broad range of legal professionals. Graduates of this program have many employment options in areas such as:

• Legal research
• Legal investigations
• Title abstraction
• Trial preparation

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of this program, you may pursue entry-level employment in:

·          Law firms

·          Private attorneys' offices

·          Courthouses

·          Government agencies

·          Insurance companies

·          Legal departments of companies

* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006–2007 Edition, Paralegals and Legal Assistants, http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos096.htm (accessed July, 2007).

† Paralegals are not lawyers and cannot practice law or give legal advice to consumers.

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