The Bachelor of Science in Legal Support and Services degree program provides a solid foundation in legal theory and practice, offering you a broad-based knowledge of the law as well as practical areas of study required by many professions both inside and outside the legal field. The program could also prepare you for or enhance your skills within the paralegal field.
The curriculum is regularly evaluated and updated so your courses are based on current knowledge, research, and case studies in the field. You'll learn from professors who are legal practitioners with real-world experience in legal services, law, and policy. And you’ll have regular opportunities to collaborate with faculty members and classmates via live seminars, discussions boards, and one-on-one instructor interactions.
The legal support and services bachelor’s degree is not just for those seeking to work in a law firm. Corporations, insurance firms, consulting firms, and health care institutions often hire legal support and services staff.
You may wish to consider this program if you are interested in starting or enhancing your career in the legal support and services or paralegal field, or changing your current career status.* Individuals with an associate's degree who wish to advance into a position requiring a higher level of legal knowledge should also consider this program.
Purdue Global is one of the largest providers of online legal studies programs in the United States.† When you earn your degree here, you’ll join an active and diverse academic community.
Students of the program also have the option of selecting the paralegal studies concentration offered within the Bachelor of Science in Legal Support and Services. This concentration includes courses in litigation, criminal law, and administrative law.
This Bachelor of Science in Legal Support and Services program offers a practical curriculum and specialized elective options that allow you to customize your education, including a concentration in paralegal studies.
Courses offer a well-rounded academic foundation that emphasizes analytical thinking, reading comprehension, and communication skills while helping students develop the practical skills relevant to today’s job market.
It is designed to teach you:
Professional Competencies: Exhibit professionalism while assisting during legal proceedings or investigations, preparing documents, managing technology, and researching legal issues.
At Purdue Global, we are constantly searching for ways to help students seek a brighter future, and that includes making sure our tuition costs are as low as possible. That is why we are introducing the Purdue Global Tuition Cap.
How it works: When you enroll in a participating Tuition Cap program at Purdue Global, your tuition will be capped, ensuring that you only pay a fixed amount for your education. Once you hit your cap, you will no longer have to make any payments for the rest of your education at Purdue Global, even if you have to retake a course, as long as you meet and maintain all enrollment requirements for the Purdue Global Tuition Cap program.
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*Per-credit tuition reductions are based on standard tuition rate of $371.00 multiplied by the number of credits required to complete the degree.
Work toward any of the following Purdue Global master's degrees while you earn your bachelor's degree: Master of Public Administration, Master of Science in Legal Studies, Master of Science in Human Services, or Master of Science in Psychology.
We'll help assess your prior learning and experience to see what qualifies for college credit―credit that could save you time and money, and help you earn your degree sooner.
Our online degree programs are designed to provide you with the flexibility to attend college while you work. Together we'll develop a study schedule that allows you to balance work, family, and your education.
You'll learn from faculty who are experienced in their respective fields. They bring a wealth of real-world experience to the courses they teach, so you learn the relevant skills and knowledge you need to excel in your chosen field.
We're confident that once you attend Purdue Global you'll find everything you need, from a high-quality education to dedicated support and service. The Purdue Global Commitment lets you try us for 3 weeks with no tuition obligation beyond the application fee.
Purdue University Global is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and committed to the highest standards. Our specific programs hold additional industry-relevant approvals and accreditations.
Certain segments of the legal field are projected to expand as businesses create in-house legal departments and litigation continues to rise. Opportunities for legal assistants within law firms are also projected to expand as firms try to increase the efficiency of legal services and lower their expenses.§ However, while opportunities are expected to rise, the legal field remains a competitive one.
The Bachelor of Science in Legal Support and Services program is designed to help prepare you for a career in the legal, business, government, health care, banking, real estate, or the service industry. Positions you could pursue with this degree include:
Title Examiner
Search real estate records, examine titles, or summarize pertinent legal or insurance documents or details for a variety of purposes. Compile lists of mortgages, contracts, and other instruments pertaining to titles by searching public and private records for law firms, real estate agencies, or title insurance companies.
Legal Secretary
Perform secretarial duties using legal terminology, procedures, and documents. Prepare legal papers and correspondence, such as summonses, complaints, motions, and subpoenas. May also assist with legal research. Sample job titles: Judicial Administrative Assistant, Legal Administrative Secretary, Litigation Assistant, and Magistrate Assistant.
Paralegal or Legal Assistant
Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action. Sample job titles: Immigration Paralegal, Legal Analyst, Legal Assistant, Paralegal, Paralegal Specialist, Real Estate Paralegal, Contracts Paralegal, and Litigation Paralegal.
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December 05, 2018Legal knowledge can be applied to a variety of careers and settings. This bachelor's degree offers a solid foundation in legal practice and theory. You can also customize your degree with the paralegal studies concentration. Courses include:
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*Graduates are not authorized to practice law and will not be eligible to sit for any state’s bar examination.
†Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), 2015-2016 Total Degrees and Certificates Conferred, First Major, Legal Professions and Studies, on the Internet at nces.ed.gov/IPEDS. Based on total number of degrees and certificates granted by Kaplan University compared to other Title IV, 2- and 4-year degree-granting institutions. Note: these data were reported prior to the March 2018 purchase of Kaplan University by Purdue University and subsequent creation of Purdue University Global.
‡Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. Paralegals are not lawyers and cannot practice law or give legal advice to consumers.
§Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Paralegals and Legal Assistants, on the internet www.bls.gov/ooh/Legal/Paralegals-and-legal-assistants.htm. National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions, and do not guarantee actual job growth.
#Purdue University acquired Kaplan University in March 2018 and created Purdue University Global, which is following the same curriculum format and instructional delivery methods as developed and used by Kaplan University. These disclosures are based on Kaplan University data reported prior to the acquisition.
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