OVERVIEW OF REQUIREMENTS
Minimum number of requirements to earn certificate: 15; 18 if done in conjunction with the legal studies minor
Minimum Cumulative GPA required to earn certificate: 2.0
Minimum Grade requirements for courses to count toward certificate: C-
Other GPA requirements to earn certificate: none
Contact Information: Mark D. Brewer, Professor and Chair of Political Science, Director of Legal Studies, 113a Boudreau Hall, (207)581-1863, mark.brewer@maine.edu
The Certificate in Paralegal Studies-available both online and in the classroom-is designed to educate and train students so that upon competition of the certificate they are prepared to succeed as paralegal professionals anywhere in the United States. More specifically, students who complete the requirements for the certificate in paralegal studies will:
- Have a broad understanding of the legal system in the United States.
- Be familiar with the basics of both criminal and civil law and litigation.
- Understand multiple aspects of business law, including contracts, commercial law, property rights, and torts.
- Be able to engage in critical analysis on questions of law and fact.
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