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Dive into an in-depth study of legal concepts and the application of those concepts with a strong background in general education. Engage in courses that emphasize both the theory of law and paralegal skill. This program prepares students for employment as a paralegal or legal assistant.
Program Requirements
The Paralegal Program combines an in-depth study of legal concepts and the application of those concepts with a strong background in general education.
Paralegals may not engage in the practice of law.
| Written & Oral Communications | 6 | |
| Mathematics (MTH 107 or higher required) | 3 | |
| Natural Science | 4 | |
| Social Science | 3 | |
| Arts & Humanities | 3 | |
| Additional General Education Requirements (CIS 101 required) | 3 | |
| Total: | 22 | |
| BUA 205 | Business Law I | 3 |
| LEX 110 | Introduction to Paralegal Studies | 3 |
| LEX 111 | New Jersey Legal Systems | 3 |
| LEX 112 | Legal Writing | 3 |
| LEX 113 | Legal Research and Library Use | 3 |
| LEX 122 | Family Law | 3 |
| LEX 123 | Bankruptcy Law | 3 |
| LEX 124 | Real Property | 3 |
| LEX 125 | Comparative Business Ethics | 3 |
| LEX 212 | Civil Litigation Practice | 3 |
| LEX 214 | Administration of Decedents’ Estate | 3 |
| LEX 235 | Paralegal Internship | 2 |
| Total: | 35 | |
| Select at least 3 credit hours from the following | ||
| ACC 110 | Principles of Financial Accounting I | 3 |
| BUA 208 | Labor Management Relations | |
| CIS 207 | Introduction to Computer Forensics | |
| CRJ 111 | Criminal Law | |
| CRJ 203 | Legal Rights of the Convicted | |
| CRJ 217 | Juvenile Delinquency | |
| ETC 105 | Entertainment Law | |
| HIT 103 | Legal Aspects of Health Info | |
| POL 215 | Constitutional Law | |
| Total: | 3 | |
| TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS: | 60 | |
*Please note all Paralegal classes are offered in the evening on the Mount Laurel Campus.
Recommended Course Sequence Curriculum
First Year
|
Course Number/Name |
Credit |
Pre/Co-Requisite |
|
First Semester |
15 |
|
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ENG 101 College Composition I |
3 |
|
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Mathematics Course |
3 |
|
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LEX 110 Introduction to Paralegal Studies |
3 |
|
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LEX 111 New Jersey Legal Systems |
3 |
|
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LEX 113 Legal Research and Library Use |
3 |
LEX 110, LEX 111 |
|
Second Semester |
16 |
|
|
SPE 102 Public Speaking |
3 |
ENG 101 |
|
Natural Science Course with Lab |
4 |
|
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LEX 112 Legal Writing |
3 |
LEX 113, ENG 101 |
|
LEX 123 Bankruptcy Law |
3 |
LEX 113 |
|
LEX 124 Real Property |
3 |
LEX 110 |
Second Year
|
First Semester |
15 |
|
|
Social Science Course |
3 |
|
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Arts and Humanities Course |
3 |
|
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LEX 122 Family Law |
3 |
LEX 110, LEX 111 |
|
LEX 125 Comparative Business Entities |
3 |
LEX 113 |
|
LEX 212 Civil Litigation Practice |
3 |
LEX 110, LEX 111 |
|
Second Semester |
14 |
|
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CIS 101 Introduction to Computers |
3 |
|
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BUA 205 Business Law I |
3 |
|
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LEX 214 Administration of Decedents’ Estates |
3 |
LEX 111, LEX 124 |
|
LEX 235 Paralegal Internship |
2 |
LEX 112, LEX 212 |
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Paralegal Program Student-Selected Course: ACC 112, BUA 208, CIS 207, CRJ 111, CRJ 203, CRJ 217, ETC 105 HIT 103, POL 215 |
3 |
|
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Total Credits Required |
60 |
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Paralegal Internship (LEX 235)
The internship program provides an opportunity for students to gain workplace experience. The student is placed in a law office or other firm using paralegals, under the supervision of an attorney. The internship is guided by prescribed learning outcomes that are specific to the type and orientation of the law firm or business in which the student is placed.
Students must complete a minimum of 135 hours (approximately 9 hours a week over the course of a 15 week term). Students are encouraged to remain longer if the circumstances allow.
Student Requirements:
- Student interns are to maintain a log of hours worked and the tasks that were performed.
- Minimum 5 page reflective paper
Grading Criteria:
- Timeliness/punctuality (10%)
- Attitude/Cooperation (10%)
- Quality of work and degree to which student learning outcomes are achieved (55%)
- Reflective paper (25%)
Over the years, students have done their internships at a variety of public and private sector locations. Students have been placed at the following locations:
- South Jersey Legal Services
- Parker McCay
- New Jersey Office of the Public Defender
- Pepper Hamilton, LLC
- Florio Perrucci Steinhardt & Fader, LLC
- Begley & Gaskill
Students ready to enroll in LEX 235 should make an appointment to speak with the Paralegal Program Coordinator. Students can get assistance from the Coordinator to set up an internship placement or if a student has obtained a placement on their own and/or their current employer would serve as an appropriate placement then he or she should meet with the Coordinator to get approval.
Professional Associates
There are a variety of professional organizations that have a dedicated focus to promote the paralegal profession, provide professional support, and offer educational resources. Many organizations offer student memberships, and students are encouraged to join to learn more about the profession, increase their chance for opportunities and expand their network, both locally and nationally.
Local:
- South Jersey Paralegal Association
- The Paralegal Association of New Jersey
- The Philadelphia Association of Paralegals
National:
Program Approval
This program is approved by the American Bar Association.
Program Contact
Elizabeth Nesius
Interim Paralegal Program Director
Associate Dean, Division of Liberal Arts
(856) 222-9311, ext. 1664
enesius@rcbc.edu
College Catalog
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