Program Overview
Humber’s Paralegal Education diploma program explores the theoretical, procedural and advocacy aspects of law that may be handled by a paralegal licensed by the Law Society of Ontario. You will learn specialized practical skills within the areas of advocacy, legal research, specific courts and administrative tribunals. The course of studies includes business, small claims court matters, criminal summary convictions, provincial offences, landlord and tenant (among a plethora of other boards and tribunals), employment law, and alternative dispute resolution. Students will develop strong oral advocacy skills by participating in class and in role plays, as well as in presentations and mock trials before their peers and large audiences.
Courses in ethics and the rules of professional conduct, accounting, business planning, and entrepreneurship prepare you to create and manage your own paralegal practice.
During the program, you will develop strong communication skills, particularly in spoken and written English - essential skills for your future career. Students are required to demonstrate competency in small and large group oral presentations including role plays and mock trials in order to graduate.
Our advisory committee ensures that our program is current and meets high industry expectations.
Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:
Articulate and adhere to the permitted scope of paralegal practice and the Paralegal Rules of Conduct and complete all work in compliance with the ethical and professional responsibilities of a Paralegal.
Manage a paralegal practice and operate a small business, within the Paralegal Rules of Conduct relevant to these matters by effectively utilizing administrative and business management skills.
Describe the fundamental elements of the Canadian government and legal system, including the Constitution Act, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the organization of the Canadian court system, and the basic principles of property, business and consumer law.
Articulate and adhere to the basic principles of tort and contract law.
Conduct legal research and write legal memoranda and reports.
Adhere to the civil litigation process, within the permitted scope of paralegal practice, and apply procedural and evidentiary rules related to proceedings in the Small Claims Court.
Describe the principles of criminal law, and adhere to the rules relating to proceedings under the Criminal Code before a summary conviction court.
Describe the principles of the law of provincial offences, and adhere to the rules relating to proceedings under the Provincial Offences Act before the Ontario Court of Justice.
Make effective client representation before courts and administrative tribunals within the permitted scope of paralegal practice.
Compare and contrast various alternate dispute resolution mechanisms, select an appropriate mechanism as required, and explain to the client the potential consequences of the dispute resolution mechanism.
Adhere to the basic principles of administrative law, and of general practice and procedure before administrative tribunals.
Articulate and adhere to the principles of employment law, and the practice and procedure related to the administrative tribunals that deal with employment matters.
Articulate and adhere to residential landlord and tenant law, and the practice and procedure before the Landlord and Tenant Board.
Draft all necessary documents in a clear, concise and accurate manner.
Apply basic accounting principles, terminology, and operations to all paralegal obligations related to trust accounts, and the Law Society’s requirements for book and record keeping.
Select and use the appropriate computer software necessary to produce correspondence, spreadsheets, memoranda and legal documents.
Prepare an employment resume in accordance with professional legal standards.
Work Placement
Students complete a work placement of 120 hours in their last semester of the program. This placement fulfills the Law Society of Ontario requirements and is an opportunity to gain practical on-the-job skills and knowledge. With the support of the field placement advisor, students secure a suitable placement within the paralegal scope of practice that meets their needs and area of interest.
Your Career
If you are organized, detail-oriented, have exceptional oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work independently towards deadlines under pressure, a diploma in Paralegal Education may be for you.
Our graduates may set up their own firm upon becoming licensed or find interesting employment opportunities in the legal profession.
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
Law Society of Ontario
This program is recognized by the Law Society of Ontario as an Accredited Paralegal Education Program. Graduates of the program may apply for licensing as a paralegal in Ontario. The license is issued by the Law Society of Ontario.
Additional requirements may apply.
Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.
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University
Humber College
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Country
Canada
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Program Discipline
Law, Politics, Social, Community Service and Teach
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Duration
4 semesters
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Tuition fee
CAD 16394.00 / Per Year
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Cost of Living
CAD 10000
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Average processing time
1 month
Program Category
PhD/Doctorate
IELTs Requirements:
Total score
6.5
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Writing band score
6.5 (min)
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Listening band score
6.0 (min)
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Reading band score
6.0 (min)
