Courses within our Legal Studies Academy at MassBay are designed to prepare students for transfer to a four-year institution or for an immediate career as a paralegal. Our graduates have become police officers in active duty with Boston Police Department or have earned bachelor degrees in criminal justice from Suffolk University, Framingham State University, and other regional colleges, as well as pursued advanced degrees in law.
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Associate in Science Degree Program
Paralegal Studies
This program teaches students to prepare and draft legal documents, investigate and research legal issues, interview clients and witnesses, and render practical procedural assistance in law-related matters. This program combines a college curriculum of business, liberal arts, and legal courses, as well as hands-on experience in a law firm.
Available online for Fall 2020!
Certificate Program
Paralegal Studies
This program prepares students to work under the supervision of attorneys to prepare legal documents, investigate and research legal issues, interview clients and witnesses, and render practical procedural assistance in law related matters.