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Course Description


This course is an introduction for students interested in entering the paralegal profession. It offers basic information concerning the legal profession in general and the paralegal profession in particular. Topics include the American legal system, legal ethics, legal research sources and authority, interviewing, and preparation of legal documents.

It also introduces material in various substantive areas of the law, such as bankruptcy, family law, successions and wills, real estate, business organizations, and Louisiana civil procedure. The focus of the course is the paralegal’s role in the legal system.
 

This course is a part of the Paralegal Studies Program. You must apply and be accepted into the program in order to enroll in this course.

For more information on this course, contact Alanna Clanton at (225) 578-6760.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Principles of Paralegal Studies
Type
Paralegal Studies Course
Days
M
Time
6:00PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Aug 24, 2026 to Nov 30, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
35.0
Location
  • Zoom Online
Instruction Method

English Proficiency Requirements

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