Paralegal Institute
Did you know that paralegal and legal assistant careers are expected to grow through 2024 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics?
Begin today to prepare for these new career opportunities with a noncredit paralegal certificate from Duquesne University School of Law. Our Paralegal Institute offers you an in-depth educational program and practical skills resulting in a Certificate in Paralegal Studies. It fact, is one of only three programs in the entire country approved by the American Bar Association and administered by a School of Law.
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As a student here you will learn from distinguished faculty representing numerous areas of the legal field. You will have access to two law libraries, and you will receive personalized attention in the classroom and in planning your next career move.
Flexibility to Fit Your Life
You can begin in any of the four terms and pursue your studies either part-time in the evening or full-time over the summer.
Fall |
September - December |
Winter |
January - March |
Spring |
April - June |
Summer |
June - August |
During the fall, winter, and spring terms, classes are offered in Libermann and Rockwell Halls and in the Center for Legal Information (Hanley Hall). The summer program allows students to complete the entire program of 10 courses and earn a Certificate in General Practice in a 12-week period. Classes during the summer for full-time students are offered between 8:00 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Evening classes continue during the summer for part-time students.
The winter term begins on January 2, 2019.
Hear from Our Students
Why Duquesne? Find out why paralegal students and alumni chose Duquesne University School of Law's Paralegal Institute.
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Certificate studies are now open to individuals with an associate’s degree (or higher) from an accredited institution. Other applicants are considered with significant work experience.
If you are interested in becoming a paralegal or advancing in your current position, learn more about the program and the application process and apply today.
Questions?
Request information or contact the Paralegal Institute at 412.396.1643 or paralegal@duq.edu.
Statistics Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-2017 Edition, Paralegals and Legal Assistants www.bls.gov/ooh/legal/paralegals-and-legal-assistants.htm.
Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public except as permitted by law.