Does Boston Legal have you glued to your TV set? Do the complexities of the law and the excitement and intrigue of an investigation fascinate you? If so, you know it takes more than lawyers to make the legal system work. In fact, a wide range of careers in criminal justice, such as paralegal, law enforcement and law office management are available – some with demand expected to grow much faster than average compared to other US occupations (including lawyers!) through 2014.
This means you don’t need to accrue all the expense of law school to land a job in criminal justice. A basic degree and some specialized training can give you the right start and a competitive edge in this field. Select a program to get started.
If you are a multitasking, business-oriented, people-person excited by the legal environment, a career as a legal administrative assistant might be for you. Running the business end of a law firm combines the skills of human resources, financial leadership, clerical management and client services. Administrative fields are competitive, but college training can help diversify your skills and build a stellar resume. Find programs...
