Program Overview
The Litigation Certificate of Achievement at Cañada College equips students with specialized skills in legal research, trial preparation, and ethical considerations. Designed for careers in litigation, law school, or LLM programs, the program offers core courses in legal research, torts, civil litigation, and electronic litigation. Students can also choose selective courses to tailor their education to specific areas of interest.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Litigation Certificate of Achievement at Cañada College is a specialization within the Paralegal Program. It is designed to prepare students for careers in litigation, law school, or Master of Laws (LLM) programs. The program emphasizes skills in legal research, trial preparation, and ethical considerations.
Objective:
- To develop students' abilities in legal research, writing, and litigation support.
- To provide an understanding of the legal system and ethical responsibilities of paralegals.
- To prepare students for entry-level positions in litigation law firms, courts, and other legal settings.
Program Description:
The Litigation Certificate requires completion of 18 units, including 15 units of core courses and 3 units of selective courses.
Core Courses:
- LEGL 250: Legal Research and Writing (3 units)
- LEGL 251: Torts (3 units)
- LEGL 252: Civil Litigation and Trial Preparation (3 units)
- LEGL 260: Advanced Legal Research and Writing (3 units)
- LEGL 276: Electronic Litigation and Investigation (3 units)
Selective Courses:
Students can choose a minimum of 3 units from the following selective courses:
- LEGL 254: Family Law (3 units)
- LEGL 263: Intellectual Property Law (3 units)
- LEGL 264: Contracts (3 units)
- LEGL 267: Animal Law (3 units)
Careers:
Graduates of the Litigation Certificate program are qualified for positions as paralegals, law clerks, trial clerks, legal assistants, legal secretaries, or trial technology paralegals. The program prepares students for careers in litigation law firms, trial technology companies, technology companies, biotech companies, consulting firms, insurance companies, or state or federal courts.
