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ParalegalProgramCourses Offered:Administrative LawBankruptcyCivil ProcedureConstitutional LawContractsCriminal ProcedureEthicsFamily LawFundamentals of LawInternshipsLaw Office ManagementLegal ResearchLegal WritingProbate ProceduresTorts“Ihave had the opportunity tospeak to students and facultyat the College of Southern Nevada,in particular, the legal program. Iknow the faculty members all holda degree of Juris Doctor.The atmosphere at the Collegeis one that invites learning.The facilities are beautiful andpractical, and I have no hesitancyin recommending to thosewho are interested in a speciallegal program attending thisoutstanding college.”Hon. Lloyd D. GeorgeSenior U.S. District Court JudgeDegreesA.A.S. in ParalegalPost-Degree Certificate ofAchievement in ParalegalLloyd D. George U.S. District CourthouseDistrict of Nevada“The Paralegal Studies Programat CSN is an outstandin program and a huge step up in preparingstudents to enter the legal world.”Hon. Sally Loehrer8th Judicial District Court Judge, Retiredwww.csn.edu/paralegal
Accreditation and AffiliationThe College of Southern Nevada isaccredited by the Northwest Commissionon Colleges and Universities. TheParalegal Program at CSN is a memberof the American Association for ParalegalEducation, a national organization whichpromotes high standards for paralegaleducation.“CSNoffers the motivatedparalegal student theopportunity to enter the work force wellprepared with Nevada-specific training.My personal paralegal of ten years is agraduate, as well as other employees,and I couldn’t be happier with thequality of CSN graduates in my employ.”The average annual pay for aparalegal with an associatedegree is 50,000!*Employment of paralegalsand legal assistants isprojected to grow 12 percentfrom 2018 to 2028, muchfaster than the average forall Rob W. Bare, Esq.,8th Judicial District Court JudgeAccording to 2018 Bureau of Labor Statisticsdata, the average annual pay for a paralegalwith an associate degree is 50,000!*According to 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics data.paralegal@csn.edu
tsnedutSevitcepsProTHE PARALEGAL PROGRAM AT CSNThe Paralegal Program has beeneducating paralegals for over30 years. Started in 1981, CSN’sParalegal Program was the firstof its kind in Nevada.The Paralegal Associate ofApplied Science Degree andPost-Degree Certificate ofAchievement prepare studentsfor employment as a legalprofessional in law relatedoccupations, including publicand private law practices,corporate practices orgovernmental agencies.The curriculum providesstudents with practical legalskills enabling them to interpretand draft legal documents,learn legal procedure andprepare cases for trial.Paralegals are listed among thefastest growing occupationsnationwide.Night Classes702.651.5066www.csn.edu/paralegal
WelcometoCSN CSN is Nevada’s largest college. CSN has over one million alumni. CSN was founded in 1971. Many on-line classes are available. Smaller class sizes provide a better learningenvironment. All CSN’s faculty in the Paralegal Programare attorneys.High QualityLegalEducations andEthic onalssiProfe ibilityonsRespticalPrac killslSLegaBrent J. Jordan, Esq. L.L.M.,Adjunct Faculty andMai Tieu, CSN Paralegal ProgramGraduate“CSNhas an excellent,in-depth paralegalstudies program. It prepared me wellto pass the Certified Legal Assistant(CLA) exam on the first try!”Diane Welch, C.L.A.,CSN Paralegal Program Graduateparalegal@csn.edu
Student Services Academic Counseling Campus Child Care Career Services &ReEntry Computer Labs Counseling andPsychological Services Disability ResourceCenter ESL/ Language Labs Financial Aid Libraries Online Learning Tutorial Services VETS Center Writing CentersEarn YourA.A.S. Degree in2 Years orPost-DegreeCertificate in1 yearhis program is superb!“TThe education andexperience of the professorsgave me real world insightand understanding into theparalegal’s role.”Karen R. Gray, CSN ParalegalStudies Program Graduatewww.csn.edu/paralegalCrystal Jenkins, Karen R. Gray andChandra Wilson, CSN ParalegalProgram GraduatesCharleston Campusent AssistancJob PlacemeAffordable Lowest tuition in Southern Nevada Financial Aid, Scholarships, Grants andLoans available; call 702.651.4303
ParalegalProgram“Ineeded to get out ofa dead end job. Afterresearching paralegalprograms in the Las Vegasarea, I chose the one at CSNand never looked back. Theprogram at CSN offeredmainly law classes andthe ability to graduate inone year with a paralegalcertificate. The courses andstaff have been excellentand I’d recommendthis program to anyoneconsidering a paralegalcareer.”Thomas Bordonaro,CSN ParalegalStudentCharleston CampusEnroll in Law 101Contact Information:Paralegal ProgramCharleston Campus, Sort Code W2C6375 W. Charleston Blvd.Las Vegas, Nevada 89146702.651.5066paralegal@csn.eduOnline Applicationwww.csn.edu/applyAcademics Day, evening and weekend classesavailableInternship opportunities and jobplacement assistanceAcademic counselingCourses offered are transferable toother colleges and universities Graduates of our programs are eligibleto take the CLA/CP exam sponsoredthrough NALA and the PACE examsponsored by NFPA2 year A.A.S. Degree and 1 year PostDegree certificateCSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. For more information,visit www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination.paralegal@csn.edu
Committed to the Promotion of Ethics and ProfessionalismNevada System of Higher Education Board of RegentsRick Trachok, Chair; Allison Stephens, Vice ChairDr. Andrea Anderson, Dr. Patrick R. Carter, Cedric Crear, Carol Del Carlo,Mark W. Doubrava, M.D., Jason Geddes, Ph.D., Trevor Hayes, Sam Lieberman, Cathy McAdoo,John T. Moran and Kevin J. PageJohn V. White, Acting NSHE ChancellorDr. Michael D. Richards, CSN President
Paralegal Program at CSN is a member of the American Association for Paralegal Education, a national organization which promotes high standards for paralegal education. Contact: Paralegal@csn.edu 702-651-5066 "CSN . offers the motivated paralegal student the opportunity to enter the work force well prepared with Nevada-specific training.
