Paralegal
The Paralegal program prepares students for a professional career providing legal services and supporting clients in various legal matters.
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OVERVIEW
The Paralegal program prepares students for a professional career providing legal services and supporting clients in various legal matters.
Students will learn how to represent clients in certain legal areas, prepare legal documents, and work within the Canadian legal system.
About Program
The Paralegal diploma program is designed to provide students with comprehensive legal knowledge and practical skills required to work in legal environments.
Throughout the program, students learn about different areas of law including litigation, corporate law, real estate, and administrative law. The curriculum focuses on both theory and hands-on training, helping students understand how legal processes work in real-world situations.
Students will develop skills in legal research, writing, and document preparation, while also learning how to represent clients in specific legal matters as permitted by law.
The program also includes practicum experience, allowing students to gain hands-on exposure in legal settings before graduation.
Graduates will be prepared to work in law firms, courts, government agencies, or even operate their own paralegal practice within Ontario regulations.
Program Highlights:
• 51-week comprehensive diploma program
• Practicum placement for real-world experience
• Training in multiple areas of law
• Preparation for Law Society of Ontario licensing
• Development of legal research and writing skills
• Job-ready training for legal careers
What You Will Learn:
• Canadian Legal System and Court Procedures
• Legal Research and Writing
• Litigation and Civil Procedures
• Corporate and Commercial Law
• Real Estate Law
• Employment Law
• Administrative Law and Tribunals
• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Document Drafting and Case Preparation
• Paralegal Accounting and Legal Software
• Professional Ethics and Responsibilities
Career Opportunities:
• Licensed Paralegal
• Legal Assistant
• Litigation Assistant
• Corporate Paralegal
• Real Estate Law Assistant
• Small Claims Court Representative