LEGAL STUDIES
LEGAL ASSISTANT/ PARALEGAL PROGRAM
Coordinator: Hon. Ralph Porzio
Admission to this program requires a passing score on the Workforce Development Admissions Test. Please call 718.982.2182 for information or an appointment.
It is strongly recommended that all participants in this program have basic computer skills (Introduction to Computers including Email and the World Wide Web or better is suggested). For employability, all participants should plan to complete a high school diploma or GED by program completion. The Legal Assistant-Paralegal Program provides the student with an intensive curriculum concerning procedural and substantive law, concentrating on the New York State Court System and New York State Law.
PARALEGAL I
Students study the New York State Court structure and judicial system, law office structure, legal research, client interaction, ethical considerations, civil and criminal proceedings, basic concepts of real estate law, torts, contracts, business organizations, family law, estate practice, and housing law.
*Textbook required.
TEN SESSIONS
PARALEGAL II
Students study the intricacies of the paralegal's duties and responsibilities in the multi-practice law firm, including case briefings and the fields of real estate transactions, probate and estate administration, intellectual property, matrimonial law, personal injury, and criminal proceedings.
*Textbook required.
TEN SESSIONS
PARALEGAL III-CIVIL LITIGATION
Students study the fundamentals necessary to commence as a litigation paralegal. The course will include a review of The New York Civil Practice Law and Rules and its application to the paralegal. Case briefings, legal research, and writing are also reviewed.
*Textbook required.
TEN SESSIONS
THIRTY SESSIONS:
PL100: $1600
Tuesday, March 20-October 30: 6pm-8pm
Classes will take place at McKee High School Satellite Site.
NEW YORK NOTARY PUBLIC
Hon. Ralph Porzio
This seminar prepares you for the New York State examination. Confusing laws, concepts, and procedures are clarified. Examples are provided to illuminate situations that the officer is likely to encounter.
TBA: Call 718.982-2182 for more information.
ONE SESSION
NP501: $150
Class will take place at McKee High School Satellite Site.
North Administration Building (2A) Suite (201)
Phone: 718.982.2182
Fax: 718.982.2038
continuing_ed@csi.cuny.edu