Paralegal Studies - Intellectual Property

Program Overview

The Paralegal Studies - Intellectual Property Certificate of Achievement-Advanced program equips students with the skills to assist attorneys in intellectual property law practices. Through coursework in research, drafting, interviewing, and litigation support, students develop expertise in handling intellectual property matters. Graduates can pursue careers as paralegals in corporate, government, or nonprofit organizations, advancing their legal support careers or transitioning into intellectual property law.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview:
The Paralegal Studies - Intellectual Property Certificate of Achievement-Advanced program trains students to work under attorney supervision in an intellectual property law practice.
• Objectives:
The program prepares students for duties such as factual and legal research, drafting correspondence and documents for filing, interviewing clients, organizing case files, and assisting with due diligence and litigation.
• Program Description:
Students develop skills in research, document preparation, client and witness interviews, case management, technology use, and litigation support.

Careers:

• Career Paths:
Graduates can work as paralegals in intellectual property law practices, including in-house (corporate), government agencies, or nonprofit organizations.
• Opportunities:
Career opportunities range from factual and legal research to litigation support.
• Outcomes:
Upon program completion, graduates can advance their existing legal support careers or transition into an intellectual property law practice.