Award-Winning Program!
De Anza's Paralegal Studies program has been recognized by the state Chancellor's "Workforce Star" initiative for strong performance in a key area:- Students increased their earnings by 99%
Career Opportunities
Paralegals perform legal and factual research, draft legal documents and correspondence, interview clients and witnesses, assist in trials and court hearings, maintain and organize files, and coordinate the use of technology in law practice settings. They work under an attorney's supervision and can be employed
by private law offices, government agencies, corporations and legal service groups.
Employment Outlook: 2020-2030
- The number of jobs for paralegals and legal assistants is expected to grow by 15%
These ten-year projections for California employment are calculated by the state Employment Development Department, which collects data about the state's workforce and economic trends.
Paralegal Studies at De Anza
De Anza's Paralegal Studies program has been approved by the state of California since 1970 and by the American Bar Association (ABA) since 1991. The program has been re-approved by the ABA three times, with complimentary
statements about its quality.
The college offers certificates and degrees that combine basic legal instruction with practical training in the skills that students need to successfully find employment. These include communication skills, legal research, legal writing and civil litigation procedures, among other subjects.
De Anza's paralegal programs satisfy requirements of state law. Graduates are employed in private law offices, public agencies and corporate law offices.