what is the best major for a future paralegal?

Answer 1

By far, a paralegalism associates degree.

Answer 2

According to the US Dept of Labor, there are several ways to become a paralegal:

1) The most common is through a community college paralegal program that leads to an associate’s degree.
2) The other common method of entry, mainly for those who already have a college degree, is through a program that leads to a certification in paralegal studies.
3)A small number of schools also offer bachelor’s and master’s degrees in paralegal studies.
4) Some employers train paralegals on the job, hiring college graduates with no legal experience or promoting experienced legal secretaries.
5) Other entrants have experience in a technical field that is useful to law firms, such as a background in tax preparation for tax and estate practice or in criminal justice, nursing, or health administration for personal injury practice.

FYI: Many paralegal training programs also offer an internship in which students gain practical experience by working for several months in a private law firm, the office of a public defender or attorney general, a bank, a corporate legal department, a legal aid organization, or a government agency. Experience gained in internships is an asset when one is seeking a job after graduation. Prospective students should examine the experiences of recent graduates before enrolling in a paralegal program.

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