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A.S. Paralegal

Step into a rewarding career in the legal field with a Paralegal Studies associate’s degree from Sullivan University. This online paralegal degree gives you the opportunity to develop the expertise to thrive in a range of legal settings, from law firms to government agencies and corporate legal departments. You’ll gain essential skills in legal research, document drafting, and client interviews—all while learning from current practitioners. This curriculum not only deepens your paralegal knowledge, but also integrates business and general education courses, preparing you for a variety of entry-level paralegal positions.

Est. time to completion:
18–24 months*
Format:
Online
Locations:
Online learning

Louisville’s only Paralegal program

Get ready for a successful legal career with the only Paralegal program in Louisville.

Experienced faculty

Learn from current law practitioners with years of experience in the field.

Flexible courses

Learn on your terms with convenient online classes.

Curriculum

Overview

The Paralegal associate’s degree is designed to enhance students’ skills by combining advanced paralegal coursework with business-related and general-education courses. It prepares graduates for a wide range of entry-level paralegal roles, equipping them with the expertise needed to succeed in the legal field.

This flexible, work-at-your-own pace degree allows students to balance their studies with other commitments. *There is a requirement of 13.5 quarter credits of legal specialty courses through synchronous instruction. 

Courses

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PLS 160
Criminal Law and Procedure
4 credits
PLS 114
Introduction to Law and the Legal System
4 credits
PLS 224
Litigation
4 credits
PLS 134
Legal Research
4 credits
PLS 184
Business Organizations and Commercial Practice
4 credits
PLS 144
Legal Writing
4 credits
PLS 154
Tort Law
4 credits
PLS 214
Estate Planning and Administration
4 credits
PLS 234
Real Estate Law
4 credits
PLS 244
Domestic Relations/Family Law
4 credits
PLS 262
Basic Legal Ethics
2 credits
PLS 272
Paralegal Externship or Research Project
2 credits
PLS 285
Law Office Management and Technology
4 credits
BUS 224
Professional Development
4 credits
CSC 218
Computer Applications II
4 credits
CSC 118
Computer Applications I
4 credits
ENG 101
Composition I
4 credits
ENG 102
Composition II
4 credits
GEC 220
Essential Strategies for Applied Communications (ESAC)
4 credits
FYE 105
Foundations for Student Success
4 credits
MTH 101
College Mathematics
4 credits
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
4 credits
Natural Sciences/Mathematics Elective
4 credits
Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective
4 credits

Financial assistance

Financial assistance is available to those who apply and qualify. Talk with us to see if Federal Student Aid, scholarships, transfer credits, employer assistance, loans and grants, or military discounts are available to you.

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*Time length for program completion will vary depending upon the number of courses taken per term, developmental courses when required, transfer credit accepted, lack of continuous enrollment, etc.

The Paralegal program is part of Sullivan University’s College of Business and Technology.

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