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To work as a paralegal in B.C., you may choose to become a member of the BC Paralegal Association. Eligibility is achieved through completion of a recognized program and employment as a paralegal.

Paralegals

Sheriffs and bailiffs

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to perform research, drafting, investigatory, record keeping and related administrative functions under the supervision of a lawyer or court. These programs include courses in legal research, drafting legal documents, appraising, pleading, courthouse procedures, and legal specializations.

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Paralegal Bachelor's Degrees

Paralegal And Legal Studies Diplomas

Paralegals prepare legal documents and conduct research to assist lawyers or other professionals. Independent paralegals provide legal services to the public as allowed by government legislation, or provide paralegal services on contract to law firms or other establishments. Justices of the peace administer oaths, issue subpoenas, summonses and warrants and perform other court-related duties such as conducting bail hearings. Notaries public administer oaths, take affidavits, sign legal documents and perform other activities according to the scope of their practice. Trademark agents advise clients on intellectual property matters. Paralegals are employed by law firms, by record search companies and in legal departments throughout the public and private sectors. Independent paralegals are usually self-employed. Justices of the peace are employed by federal, provincial, municipal, and territorial courts. Notaries public are employed by government and in the public and private sectors or they may be self-employed. Trademark agents are employed by law firms and legal departments throughout the public and private sectors, trademark development and search firms or they may be self-employed.

Sheriffs execute and enforce court orders, warrants and writs, participate in seizure and sale of property and perform courtroom and other related duties. Bailiffs serve legal orders and documents, seize or repossess properties, evict tenants and perform other related activities. Sheriffs and bailiffs must usually complete a training program offered by the province to work in the provincial courts. They are employed by federal, provincial, territorial and municipal courts, and bailiffs may be employed as officers of the court or in private service as agents for creditors.

The Paralegal Diploma program is designed for students who have already completed at least two years of post-secondary education or equivalent learning experience. Courses focus on practical, applied legal training, with classes in several distinct areas of practice, including legal analysis, document processing and drafting, research, litigation procedures, torts, family law, law office procedures, contracts, real estate and legal interviewing.The final stage of your Paralegal Diploma is a six-month work placement in a law firm, government law department, corporate law department or other law-related setting, supervised by an experienced lawyer. 

Click [here](https://www.capilanou.ca/programs--courses/capu-for-you/international-students/international-program-availability-status/#faculty-0) for more information about the international intake for this program.

Paralegal Diploma

The Legal Studies Diploma allows you to learn about the administration of justice, business law, criminal law, criminal procedure and evidence, public law (including immigration and human rights law), constitutional law and private law (torts, contracts, property. Through this program, you’ll take courses in legal research skills, legal remedies and the basic principles of legal reasoning. You’ll also take elective courses that are not related to law studies which will further develop your critical thinking, writing, research and presentation skills. 

Click [here](https://www.douglascollege.ca/programs-and-courses/international-student-programs) for more information about the international intake for this program.

Legal Studies Diploma

This Paralegal Diploma provides in-depth substantive paralegal training. In year 1, students will learn the skills required to assist in the many litigation, corporate, and conveyancing areas of law. Year 2 will provide students with extensive knowledge in the areas of Tort Law, Contract Law, Law of Evidence, Administrative Law, Intellectual Property Law, etc. Between Years 1 and 2 students have an opportunity to work as assistants to gather more work experience before they delve into the 2nd-year paralegal courses. Students will complete a 12-week practicum at the end of the 2nd year to solidify the skills and concepts learned in the program.

For information and to apply visit the institution's website: 

[Paralegal Diploma]( https://www.ufv.ca/continuing-education/programs/paralegal-diploma/)

For information and to apply visit the institution's website: 

[Paralegal Diploma]( https://continuingstudies.vcc.ca/public/category/courseCategoryCertificateProfile.do?method=load&certificateId=1023338)

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