Career Stats

• Growth & Wages*
• +28% by 2018
• $44,480
• Job Prospects
• Law Firms
• Corporate Legal Departments
• Government
• Insurance Companies

Career Profile

Paralegal Careers

Law is a lucrative field, and about 71% of paralegals work for law firms, doing important work alongside attorneys. A paralegal career gives you the opportunity to play an important role. Leave the legal advice to lawyers; as a paralegal you can do much more! Paralegals help lawyers prepare for closings, hearings, trials, and corporate meetings. They may investigate the facts of cases and ensure that all relevant information is considered. It is a respected role that is challenging and fulfilling.

Did you know?

In addition to law firms, those interested in paralegal careers may work for corporate legal departments and various levels of government. The U.S. Department of Justice is the government's largest employer, followed by the Social Security Administration and the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Some paralegals own their own businesses, contracting their services to attorneys or corporate legal departments.*

Training for Paralegal Careers

PCDI's paralegal school is designed to provide you with the tools for success in paralegal careers. 20 easy to follow comprehensive courses will equip you with the knowledge necessary to succeed in a paralegal career. Since each lesson is offered online, you set your own pace. Study when or wherever is best for you. That means you could be ready to pursue paralegal careers in as little as 6 months.

And, we make getting started easy. All your study materials, including textbooks and workbooks, are included in our low tuition. Plus, interest-free monthly payment plans make getting your paralegal training affordable.

Why Wait?

Begin your path to Paralegal careers today! Enroll online or call 1-888-909-0558 to speak with an Admissions Advisor.

Interested in Paralegal careers? Learn more about our paralegal course materials and options for financing your education by visiting AshworthCollege.edu. Ashworth College is a division of PCDI, a leader in distance education.

* Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Paralegals and Legal Assistants