LGS 275 - Paralegal Internship

3 credit hours - One hour seminar, 10 hours work weekly; one term.
Students gain practical experience in the functions and responsibilities of a paralegal on the job. Placement will afford lawyer-supervised opportunities to integrate and reinforce classroom principles and concepts. May be repeated once for credit. Lab fee $10.

Prerequisite(s): 14 credits including LGS 111 and LGS 143 with an overall grade point average of 2.5 or better, including a C or better in all LGS courses, or permission of internship coordinator. LGS 144 and LGS 170 advisable.

Note: Students will be provided with numerous internship opportunities and mentorship in securing placement; however, it is the student’s responsibility to be interviewed and accepted by the internship agency.