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Paralegal (Specialization)

Subject: Law
Program Title: Certification for Foreign Graduates and Paralegals
Limited Access: Yes

Contact: Dr. Humberto H. Pachecker
Address: 3200 US Highway 27 South, Suite #302
Sebring, FL 33870 Telephone: (863) 345-0618
Email: hhpachecker@nafalaw.com

Program Description
Paralegal professionals in some US States are not directly regulated by the State and can work freely and independently. Some must work under the supervision of an attorney who is responsible for the professional conduct of the Paralegal. However, specific education or training requirements are regulated by the bar association.

This allows independent Paralegals to pursue the career by obtaining an academic degree of their choice and carry out national certification in order to distinguish themselves.

This vocational program and training is in Common Law [U.S. Laws] for any person who has a minimum high school degree obtained in any country. It is the preferred program for Paralegals, Assistants, Notaries, and professionals in general.

This program is only offered to active NAFA members. For those qualified, will require an academic evaluation conducted of all their studies carried thus far out in their country of origin and in the US.

Introductory legal courses are offered throughout this program, in addition to optional internship for an associated law firm. Also for people who began studying law in a country but never completed a law degree.

Fully bilingual in English and Spanish - distance and online studies with all 12 study materials included and daily access to the teacher(s).

Requires a minimum dedication of three [3] hours of daily studies - five days a week - with flexible schedules for everyone. Includes a course to learn or improve English language proficiency and legal terminology online. This academic degree does NOT allow you to take the Florida Bar exam.

Including Voluntary legal internship program. This internship program provides qualified law members with clinical instruction in the practice of federal and civil criminal defense. Law members in any year may apply for an internship, but preference will be given to members in their second and third years. Members will be selected based on their past work or school experiences, their desire to work in the area of criminal and civil defense, their demonstrated level of maturity and competence, as well as the level of commitment they are prepared to make to the work of the Government and Private Office. See internship opportunities here – free applications for everyone – click on each link: Find Law Student Jobs | LawCrossing.

Admission Requirements

This is included culminating a working 400 wours minimum of internship in a private or public service law firm [optional]. This means that you must dedicate an average of 20 hours per week for 20 weeks. NAFA offers assistance in finding law firm offices or employees to accommodate the hours search.

These study programs are programs and are only available to candidates who are graduates outside the United States. The program does not have thematic specialties and courses taken by Associates, members will be determined individually with an NAFA staff member or faculty based on the member's interests.

This course will be taught in the CLE (Continuing Legal Education) format. By completing some of our core classes and seminars, you will receive Florida Bar credit in CLE credits.

An important update from the Florida Bar in connection with Paralegal Rule 20 (Rules Regulating the Florida Bar): *** Florida Registered Paralegal Program. The Florida Bar answers the questions: Do I have to register to work as a Paralegal - legal assistant in Florida with the Florida Bar? No, registration is voluntary. You can continue working as a paralegal without registering. See other questions and answers: Florida Registered Paralegal Program - Qualification and Registration FAQ (Florida Bar ).

For more detailed information, visit our Certification section.

Program Requirements

Subject	Begin	End
Constitutional Law	Summer A 2024	Summer B 2024
Immigration Law	Summer A 2024	Summer B 2024
Legal English Terminology	Summer A 2024	Summer B 2024
Family Law	Summer A 2024	Summer B 2024

Complete Program (Courses - One total Semester, 20 weeks)

Consult with our staff to receive more information about your study programme options to review qualifications. Weekly attendance and receipt are required after enrollment and financial commitment to remain in the program.

Duration of Program
20 weeks (equivalent to one full semester)

Delivery Method
In person or online via Microsoft Teams or Zoom apps

Program Cost
4,500.00 USD total including books, support materials, notary licenses (optional), paralegal license, and registration with Immigration. Payment options (interest-free):

Scholarships Available
Refer to this page for more information

Employment information
Salary information: For more information, visit the US Bureau of Labor Statistics www.bls.gov: Occupational Outlook Handbook - Paralegals and Legal Assistants, or the O*NET OnLine directory www.onetonline.org, provided by the Department of Labor (DOL).

Employment Opportunities: Law firms, human resources departments, global mobility teams, international affairs offices, non-governmental organizations (NGOs)