Legal Studies Minor
Sponsoring department:
Criminal Justice and Legal Studies
Molloy Program of Study Code: LGLMI
"Molloy University is committed to providing the legal and business communities with qualified paralegals whose education encompasses the theoretical, practical, and ethical skills necessary for employment as a paralegal."
"Accomplished by instilling the following:
A practical foundation in paralegal studies to educate students in the substantive areas of the law.
A strong ethical base to guide paralegals in their duties and responsibilities.
The ability to develop proficiency in both oral and written communication.
Marketable skills to assist students to enter into or advance in law firms, legal departments, public sector, or other positions where knowledge of the law is essential."
The Legal Studies minor provides students with a foundation in law and its practical application. Individuals seeking to work in the legal professions or as a paralegal*, those pursuing law school and students whose careers will interact with the law can all benefit from this course of study. Successful completion of the minor automatically earns the student a Molloy Paralegal Studies Certificate. Students can be job ready when they graduate with the minor and certificate.
* Paralegals work directly under the supervision and direction of an attorney and may not give legal advice or otherwise engage in the practice of law. Students must take at least nine semester credits or the equivalent of legal specialty courses through synchronous instruction.
Requirements
Required courses
Complete 11 credits from the following Elective Specialty courses (11 Credits)
Non-Criminal Justice Majors may be allowed to take
CRJ 2800 or 2810 as Legal Studies Minor electives subject to approval by the Director.
Total Credit Hours: 21