Pursue a Bachelor of Legal Studies - Paralegal at Capilano University. Gain hands-on skills for a rewarding legal career. Apply now for international student support!
In the Bachelor of Legal Studies - Paralegal degree program, students will take core legal studies courses together with general and legal electives. Whether the ultimate goal is to build a valuable and rewarding career as a paralegal, to become a lawyer, to work in other law-related professions, or to do graduate work, this program is their best option. It is the only university in Western Canada to offer a degree program for paralegals. By the end of the program, students will: Demonstrate the ability to examine various legal problems by identifying appropriate areas of the law and sources to consult in commencing the process of legal analysis. Demonstrate competence in researching legislation, case law and other secondary legal materials. Summarize legal research findings in appropriate legal formats with clear and compelling analysis and conclusions. Demonstrate competence in effective communication in legally relevant contexts such as presentations of case summaries, interviewing clients, and group presentations. Prepare, draft and produce legal documents, including pleadings and other court documents, wills, corporate documents, or real estate documents. Demonstrate an awareness of and ability to identify legal issues in a broad range of areas through an exposure to a variety of legal subjects.
