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The University of Toledo鈥檚 paralegal studies program is one of the best in the nation and a model for other programs. It is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA). That鈥檚 important to future employers.

Paralegals work with attorneys. They help research, write briefs and interview clients and witnesses. They work in law offices, corporate legal departments, non-profits and government.

An associate鈥檚 degree prepares you for a career. It also can be a gateway to a bachelor鈥檚 degree in paralegal studies or a graduate degree in law or another professional program.

Top Reasons to Study Legal and Paralegal Studies at UToledo

An unrivaled paralegal program. UToledo鈥檚 paralegal studies program has been called a Program of Excellence by the Ohio Board of Regents. Other universities model their programs after ours.
Seamless transition to bachelor鈥檚 degree. UToledo鈥檚 2+2 transition program makes it easy for anyone who already has an associate鈥檚 degree to earn a bachelor鈥檚 in paralegal studies with just two more years of full-time course work.
Our own teaching courtroom. UToledo鈥檚 paralegal program is one of the few with a state-of-the-art courtroom/classroom. Undergraduates learn the technology skills that employers value. They also receive hands-on training in trial presentation software and courtroom technology.
Hands-on learning with faculty experts. Classes are taught by lawyers and judges who combine theory with practical skills.

Career Opportunities

Department of Labor stats show that paralegal jobs are growing faster than the national average for other careers. UToledo paralegal studies students learn the technology skills that employers want in this competitive job market.

Paralegals work in:

Private law firms
Private industry/corporate legal departments
Government agencies
Non-profits