Senior Paralegal

Interactive Online Learning that Fits Your Schedule

At Washington Online we understand that you have a busy schedule, and that you are looking for a school that will fit into your lifestyle.

We start new sessions every four weeks, and since there is no physical classroom to attend, you can do your coursework whenever and wherever you like, 24/7, via the Internet.

New Monthly Sessions

Sessions start every four weeks. Check here for dates of upcoming sessions.

Hands-on Instruction by Qualified Attorney Professors

All paralegal instructors at WOLI are practicing attorneys with extensive knowledge in the subjects they teach.

Access to Online Legal Research Databases (over $1,000 value)

Westlaw or Loislaw Training

Lifetime Career Development Guidance

As a WOLI Graduate, you will receive one-on-one guidance from a dedicated career development counselor who will help you to find the perfect job. This process will begin before you have actually finished your studies.

Your dedicated counselor will help you with the following:

• Craft a world-class resume that is certain to impress potential employers.
• Develop strategies for your job search that are specifically tailored to your needs and that are focused on your career goals.
• Learn how to find job listings in your area.
• Provide important advice and encouragement throughout your job search.

Earn up to 30 institution credits

The Washington Online Learning Institute is pleased to announce that we have entered into an articulation agreement with the University of Phoenix, one of the country's leading providers of online degrees. Under this agreement, students who take online courses at Washington Online may earn up to 30 institution credits, transferable to the University of Phoenix

Interest Free Installment Plans

We, at Washington Online, understand that times can be tough financially so we offer all of our students the opportunity to utilize an interest free payment plan. To find out more information check out the tuition page

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Tuition Includes:

• 24/7 Access to WOLI Interactive Online Classroom
• Hands-on Instruction by qualified attorney professors
• Audio Lectures (downloadable)
• Westlaw or Lois Law Training
• Lifetime Career Development Guidance
• No Interest Installment Plans

Total Tuition: $4,200.00

Available Payment Options & Financing

Full Payment: $2,600
Payment Plan: $1,050.00 Down, $262.50 for 12 months

Available Payment Options & Financing

Certain restrictions apply for students who pay for tuition via a third party, such as WIA, Vocational Rehabilitation, MyCAA and other funding sources. Please see the Financial Assistance page for details and other information

Course Syllabus

WOL-101: Introduction to the World of Law (4 weeks)

This four-week introductory paralegal course is designed to acquaint the new student with the basic realities of law practice. Areas explored include: different types of paralegal employment, regulation of paralegals, basic ethics, introduction to the legal system, legal analysis, interviewing, investigation, use of computers in a law office, and law office management.

WOL-201: Legal Research and Writing (4 weeks)

Perhaps the most important skills of any paralegal are writing, analysis, and legal research. A skilled writer is an extremely valuable asset to any law office. This workshop-style course is designed to hone the student's writing and thinking skills by concentrating on basic principles of legal writing and analysis. Students learn to use powerful research tools, including online facilities from Westlaw® and traditional book-based methods. Students learn how to research and brief a legal issue.

WOL-301: Bankruptcy (4 weeks)

Paralegals are in high demand in the field of debtor-creditor law. This course acquaints the student with the three most common forms of bankruptcy: Chapters 7, 11, and 13. The student learns the law of bankruptcy and develops practical experience becoming familiar with documents commonly used in bankruptcy practice. Students learn about the valuable role of paralegal professionals in a successful bankruptcy practice.

WOL-401: Criminal Law (4 weeks)

The student is introduced to the basic concepts of criminal law, and is presented with some thought-provoking examples from the annals of the criminal justice system. Crimes against the person, crimes against property, legal defenses (such as the insanity defense), as well as the theory and history of criminal justice are presented together with a practical skills exploration of the criminal justice process. One of our most popular courses.

WOL-501: Ethics (4 weeks)

Paralegals, like attorneys, must be knowledgeable of the rules of ethics. This course covers the basic principles governing the ethical practice of law for both lawyers and paralegals. Subjects explored include the unauthorized practice of law, conflicts of interest, confidentiality, paralegal-client relations, disciplinary procedures, fee splitting, billing, advertising, and misconduct in the law office.

WOL-601: The Law of Real Estate (4 weeks)

This course explores the theory and history of real estate transactions. Students gain a working knowledge of contracts, deeds, mortgages and title reports. The student has the opportunity to handle a theoretical real estate transaction from beginning to end. Many paralegal professionals are gainfully employed in real estate offices where they supervise closings and financings. This course is also valuable for brokers, agents, managers and other real estate professionals.

WOL-701: Civil Litigation (4 weeks)

The student gains a thorough understanding of the major aspects of civil litigation, managing a case from beginning to end, from client interview, through the drafting of a summons and complaint, motions, briefs, and trial preparation. The instructor takes the role of judge. Students also learn about the history and structure of the major court systems.

WOL-801: Personal Injury Law (Torts) (4 weeks)

One of the most important fields of paralegal employment, the law of torts and negligence, is examined in detail. The student is educated to understand the basic theory of tort law, and the process by which negligence cases are developed in preparation for settlement or trial. Subjects covered include evaluating liability, injuries and damages.

WOL-901: Business Organizations Law (4 weeks)

This course provides the student with a basic understanding of business organizations.Corporations, partnerships, sole proprietorships, as well as LLP's and LLC's, are compared and contrasted. Students form a theoretical corporation, and prepare a number of documents including Articles of Incorporation, Partnership Agreement, By-laws, Minutes, and Shareholder's Agreements.

WOL-902: Family Law (4 weeks)

With more than 50% of all marriages ending in divorce, the field of family law provides vast employment opportunities for the paralegal professional. This course acquaints the student with the basic areas of a family law practice: marriage, divorce, property rights, custody of children, separation agreements, and maintenance. A practical hands-on course.

WOL-903: Wills, Trusts and Estates (4 weeks)

This course provides a theoretical and practical understanding of the laws of inheritance and estate planning. Students prepare a will and trust, and learn the procedure for probate. Estate planning, the role of the probate courts, and basic inheritance issues are explored and discussed.