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Students interested in pursuing a career focused in legal policy and public knowledge are ideal candidates for Webster University’s Paralegal Studies certificate programs. We offer options for both undergraduate- and graduate-level study, allowing students and working professionals to study law in two flexible, comprehensive programs.
The certificate programs in Paralegal Studies are designed to provide both the theoretical and practical education needed to work as a paralegal or legal assistant in a professional setting.
Areas of law topics studied include:
- Torts
- Environmental
- Contracts
- Insurance
- Probate
- Bankruptcy
- Business organizations
- Property
- Juvenile
- Computers and law
- Products liability
- Family
- Consumer
- Real estate
Two Paths to Get You Where You Want to Go
Webster University is proud to offer programs designed to meet students where they are and guide them toward their goals. The Certificate in Paralegal Studies and Graduate Certificate in Paralegal Studies are available in St. Louis at the main Webster University campus and through Webster University Online.
Certificate in Paralegal Studies
This 24-credit-hour program covers the core principles and practices of law.
Requirements for the Certificate in Paralegal Studies
- LEGL 2400/POLT 2400 Introduction to Law (3 hours)
- LEGL 3000 Legal Ethics (3 hours)
- LEGL 3490 Civil Procedure Law (3 hours)
- LEGL 4460 Methods of Legal Research & Writing I (3 hours)
- LEGL 4470 Methods of Legal Research & Writing II (3 hours)
- LEGL 4480 Computerized Legal Research (3 hours)
- LEGL 4800 Advanced Topics in Law (6 hours)
Graduate Certificate in Paralegal Studies
This 24-credit-hour graduate certificate program is designed for those just getting started in their legal careers and experienced legal professionals.
Requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Paralegal Studies
- LEGL 5000 Introduction to Legal Studies (3 hours)
- LEGL 5260 Methods of Legal Research and Writing I (3 hours)
- LEGL 5270 Methods of Legal Research and Writing II (3 hours)
- LEGL 5300 Ethics for the Legal Professional (3 hours)
- LEGL 5470 Civil Actions (3 hours)
- LEGL 5490 Advanced Topics in Law (6 hours)
- LEGL 5800 Computerized Legal Research (3 hours)
Accreditation
Webster University is fully accredited by The Higher Learning Commission. The Legal Studies paralegal programs at Webster University are approved by the American Bar Association.
The programs are also a member in good standing with the American Association for Paralegal Education (AAfPE).
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