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What degree do you need to become a paralegal?
Asked by Celia
I am currently at a communitity college and my major right now is psychology but I have realized I do not want that field and am considering becoming a paralegal and then working my way up to becoming some type of lawyer. I was wondering what would be best to gain an associates in; business law or criminal justice?
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Paralegal studies would be the best major to get your degree in so you can be a paralegal.
For your bachelor's degree, it can either be paralegal studies or a field in which you can work if you decide not to pursue law school. Accounting, computer programming, finance are good.
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gov info on job, pay, requirements etc
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos114.htm
Answered by Griffin
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Any major is fine. But you will need a bachelor's degree to go to law school.
BTW-I am a lawyer and my advice on becoming a lawyer is-DON'T!!!
Answered by Barrister
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Ideally, you should major in Paralegal Studies. However, if that is not offered by your school than I suggest either business management, english, or political science.
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