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Legal Assistant/Paralegal Program - University of Arkansas - Fort Smith

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Paralegal Program Information


University of Arkansas - Fort Smith
Legal Assistant/Paralegal Program
College of Applied Science and Technology
5210 Grand Avenue
Fort Smith, Arkansas
72903

Telephone: 479.788.7811
Fax: 479.788.7784

Degrees
Associate of Applied Science

Description

The University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, located in the state of Arkansas, was established in 1928 and currently caters to the needs of over 6000 students. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The university offers degree programs, certificate courses and training and development seminars on subjects like biology, business, education, health and applied sciences. It is also the home to an award-winning arboretum that holds 69 different species of trees.

The University of Arkansas-Fort Smith offers training for students looking to make a career in the field of legal assistance and paralegal training. This training can help students become professional paralegals or embark on further studies in related legal fields.

Students studying to become paralegals or legal assistants will learn to develop their research skills and learn organizational and management techniques as well. Students will learn the basics of computer applications, American National Government, legal research and the fundamentals of law. Courses will also teach students how to optimize their communication skills as well as technical composition, torts and criminal law.

These paralegal courses will also cover general psychology, civil litigation, legal writing and ethics, real estate and family law, commercial law, the composition and execution of probate, wills and trusts and business organizations. Students will also receive trial practice and learn to deal with court procedures. Students learning to be paralegals and legal assistants will learn how to effectively manage case files as well as organize and record factual details and statements. They will also learn how to prepare special documents, assist in investigations and perform legal research for attorneys.






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