# Paralegal Studies (PARA) courses

El Camino College · 2026-2027 Catalog · 1 courses

Source: http://catalog.elcamino.edu/index.php?catoid=13

"Offered" lists sections in this catalog year's class schedules: Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027.

### PARA 1 — Introduction to Paralegal Studies

- **Units:** 3
- **Hours:** 3 hours lecture
- **Advisory:** Eligibility for English C1000 or equivalent
- **Transfers to:** CSU
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections listed as PARA-1 (/c/el-camino-college/schedule/fall-2026/para.md); Spring 2027, 2 sections listed as PARA-1 (/c/el-camino-college/schedule/spring-2027/para.md)
- Credit Status: Credit, degree applicable

In this course the student will concentrate on the background and requirements of the paralegal. Included will be the expanded use of paralegals, basic qualifications, training, nature of the work, and career considerations. Topics will include the American Legal System; methods of finding and interpreting the law; basic legal concepts and legal terminology; and legal procedures of litigation, mediation, and other non-judicial settlements. Organization and management of the law office will be included with an emphasis on ethics for the lawyer and the paralegal. Resumes, interviewing skills, and demeanor in the law office will also be covered.