Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies in Livonia United States | Madonna University

The program provides associate and bachelor's degree options, along with a post-baccalaureate certificate that can be finished in one year of full-time study. Graduates enjoy strong placement rates at leading law firms, corporations, and courts in the Metro area, thanks to the mandatory internship component. Having earned American Bar Association approval since 1984, the program maintains an exceptional standing in the legal field. Students benefit from a flexible schedule, with 9 semester hours of legal specialty courses delivered in traditional classroom settings. Instruction is provided by seasoned legal professionals. Bachelor's degree completion options are available at Macomb University Center in Clinton Township, Michigan, as well as through online platforms. Earning the degree or certificate does not qualify graduates to practice law or offer legal services directly to clients, except where legally permitted. The Paralegal Studies Program aims to develop highly skilled, versatile professionals capable of supporting attorneys across diverse legal fields. Combining practical paralegal training with a liberal arts foundation, the program equips graduates to meet the needs of today's multicultural society. Additionally, it offers specialized training for B.S.N.-credentialed nurses transitioning into nurse paralegal roles. As a rigorous undergraduate pre-law option, the program's legal research and writing courses provide exceptional preparation for the first year of law school.