The Bachelor of Science in Law & Paralegal Studies faculty is comprised entirely of licensed attorneys and practitioners. Instructors are selected on the basis of their knowledge and expertise, experience working with paralegals, and demonstrated commitment to the education of paralegal students.
Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public, except as permitted by law.
Students must take at least nine semester credits or the equivalent of legal specialty courses through synchronous instruction.
Emma (Wright) Fletcher is the Program Director for the Law & Paralegal Studies program (BS & Postbaccalaureate Certificate). Emma is a graduate of the University of Kentucky Law School and a partner with The Wright Law Group.
Emma is on the national conference committee for the American Association for Paralegal Education (AAfPE). She has presented at national and regional AAfPE conferences as well as at teaching conferences. She is currently updating a Will, Trusts and Estates paralegal text. Emma also serves on the American Bar Association’s Approval Commission to the Standing Committee on Paralegal Education. She assists in the conducting of approval/reapproval site visits of paralegal programs in the United States.
Emma teaches several courses in the paralegal program including Exploring the Legal Profession, Criminal Procedure, Introduction to Paralegal Studies, Investigative Techniques and Evidence, Health Care Law and Children & the Law.
Programs can be completed full-time or part-time. Many programs are set up to be part-time, with most containing fewer than 10 credit hours in any given semester. We know you have a lot going on, so want to make sure that school can fit into your schedule. Note: There are some exceptions.
No. your degree will be conferred by the University of Cincinnati, which will also be reflected on your transcripts and degree.
Yes. Many of our students qualify for some type of financial aid.
Sources of aid:
Additional resources to support you from start to finish.
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