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Launch Your Legal Career witha One-of-a-Kind Certificate Program

Our flexible Paralegal Studies Certificate can be completed in just one term through either day or evening classes.

Plus, our unique courses in growing fields, such as legal technology and immigration law, are taught by a faculty comprised of judges and attorneys who lecture in small classes.

This certificate program prepares students for law school and for careers in related professions.

Hofstra Law can open many doors for you.

We’re known for producing outstanding lawyers, business executives and community leaders – and we’re ready to help you with your legal education.

  • Unparalleled Resources

    Paralegal students have access to the school’s Law Library, and also learn how to use Westlaw, a computer research tool used in every law firm.

  • Flexible. Affordable. Convenient.

    Hofstra Law offers day and evening schedules, online and on-campus options and affordable tuition.

  • In-Demand & Growing Field

    The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates an additional 39,000 paralegal/legal assistant positions in the next eight years.

Apply to Hofstra Law

When you submit your completed Hofstra Law application through GradCAS, you will receive an admission decision within seven days. We are now accepting applications on a rolling basis.

Have Questions?

Don’t hesitate to reach out for further guidance during this important step forward in your law career.