Paralegals (also called “legal assistants”) work under the supervision of an attorney and assist the attorney in the delivery of legal services. Paralegals do substantive legal work their supervising attorney would otherwise do; however, the paralegal is not an attorney. A paralegal generally may not provide legal services directly to the public, except as permitted by law.

Paralegals perform such functions as: interviewing clients and witnesses; drafting legal documents relating to litigations, real estate, estate planning, and other business transactions; conducting legal research; and accompanying the attorney to court hearings. Paralegals work in a variety of settings, including law offices, government agencies, community legal services programs, corporate offices, and consumer organizations.

Paralegal Studies Program at Lee College offerings:

• American Bar Association approved.
• Convenient classes for day, evening and online students.
• Affordable, quality education.