The Paralegal Studies concentration was developed with the Connecticut Bar Association (CBA) and with input of practitioners, lawyers, and educators. The program is approved by the CBA for continuing legal education (CLE) credit. The concentration will prepare graduates to either enter the paralegal field or to further develop the skills of those already in the field.

The concentration is intended to focus on the different kinds of law, legal ethics, effective verbal and written legal communication, the use of technology, doctrines of the Attorney/client privilege, and the state’s court structure and the role of the paralegal’s law firm in that structure. Students will learn legal research techniques, practical applications required of paralegals, and basic management skills.

Concentration Plan of Study Forms
The concentration plan of study (CPS) is the tool you will use to plan your degree completion program. The CPS form offers information on how subject requirements can be met. You may download the form below as a Microsoft Word document (form will open in a new window). To request a course subsitution in a CPS, use the Request for Substitution Form. Additional information on the concentration is also available in the Official Catalog.

• Paralegal Studies CPS Form (using Charter Oak courses exclusively)
• Paralegal Studies CPS Form
• Use these versions if you matriculated prior to July 2009:
  • Paralegal Studies CPS Form (using Charter Oak courses exclusively)
  • Paralegal Studies CPS Form

Please Note: for prospective students this form should simply serve as a guide. Once you have matriculated (enrolled), you will receive personalized degree planning advice from your Academic Counselor.