National American University offers a Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies
degree program. Paralegals, sometimes called legal assistants, may be employed
in law firms; corporate legal departments; local, state and federal government
offices; bank and trust offices; and other offices requiring analytical and
communication skills.
Under the supervision of an attorney, paralegals
may interview clients and witnesses; draft court pleadings and other legal
documents; perform legal research; investigate medical, police and other
records; attend hearings; assist in trial preparations; and assist at trial.
Paralegals may not give legal advice, represent a client in court or set fees.