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Look behind many of the most successful organizations in the Atlanta area, and you’ll find a connection to Emory University. Our reputation shows through the quality of education your employees receive, and your employees will be motivated by an opportunity to participate in an Emory University Certificate Program.
Emory’s tradition of academic excellence and rigor is reflected in our Paralegal Certificate Program. The program was developed in conjunction with practicing attorneys to fill the void in high-quality paralegal education in Atlanta, and it supports the city’s extensive legal system by providing it with successful paralegal graduates several times a year. By carefully hiring outstanding instructors and conducting ongoing evaluations and improvements, the reputation and quality of our Paralegal Certificate Program has placed Emory as the top provider of paralegal training in the southeast.

To help ensure students are equipped to perform at the intense level required by this program, admission requires a 4-year bachelor’s degree. Our program consists of six modules including Introduction to Law, Torts & Personal Injury, Legal Research & Writing, Civil Litigation, Contract Law, and Business Organizations for a total of over 120 class room hours. Tuition includes all textbooks, career development, and framed certificate.

Companies considering sending their employees through the Paralegal Certificate Program should consider the Emory Advantage.  Emory’s program is unique for several reasons:

• Emory is the only paralegal certificate program requiring an undergraduate degree for admission
• The program has a rich history graduating over 600 students since 2005
• All instructors are practicing attorneys and subject matter experts
• Graduates of our programs have been hired by firms ranging from small boutique firms to the largest firms in the city
• Emory’s challenging curriculum ensures that our graduates are prepared to enter the legal field with confidence and the practical skills needed to excel in the legal profession