Career changers and aspiring paralegals interested in pursuing opportunities with law firms, corporate legal departments, banks, NGOs, government institutions, international organizations, or remote legal service providers.
The Online Diploma in Paralegal Studies is designed to equip participants from diverse academic and professional backgrounds with practical legal knowledge and skills that can be applied across a wide range of industries.
The diploma introduces participants to legal terminology, legal research, contracts, documentation, case file management, compliance, and the broader legal and business environment. Delivered entirely online, the program provides an accessible pathway for individuals seeking to strengthen their professional profile, advance within their current field, or explore career opportunities in paralegal and legal support roles.
The diploma consists of five courses and requires no prior legal education.
220 hours
3500 USD
5 courses
Online
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Around 74% of paralegals and legal assistants work in legal services, making law firms and legal service providers the profession’s largest employment sector.
A 2024 survey of paralegals and legal assistants found that 82% worked remotely in some capacity, highlighting the profession’s growing flexibility and suitability for remote legal support.
In 2025, 58.2% of legal occupations routinely allowed telework, reflecting the continued shift toward flexible and digitally enabled legal work.
Develop an understanding of essential legal terminology and processes.
Conduct legal research and organize relevant information effectively.
Understand contracts, compliance requirements, and corporate procedures.
Build a legal foundation applicable across corporate, governmental, nonprofit, and professional settings.
Business, banking, finance, and accounting professionals looking to strengthen their understanding of contracts, legal documentation, compliance, and corporate procedures.
Human resources and administrative professionals seeking practical legal knowledge to better manage employment documentation, organizational procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Professionals in healthcare, insurance, real estate, IT, engineering, education, hospitality, public administration, and other industries who want to add practical legal knowledge to their professional skill set.
Career changers and aspiring paralegals interested in pursuing opportunities with law firms, corporate legal departments, banks, NGOs, government institutions, international organizations, or remote legal service providers.
Develop a practical understanding of legal terminology and the processes commonly encountered in professional legal environments.
Learn how to research legal information and organize findings to support legal and professional work.
Build practical skills in understanding, drafting, reviewing, and managing legal documents and contracts.
Learn how to organize case files, maintain legal documentation, and support lawyers and legal teams efficiently.
Understand the role of regulations, compliance requirements, and legal procedures within businesses and organizations.
Develop the practical knowledge and professionalism required to assist lawyers and work effectively within legal and corporate environments.
The Online Diploma in Paralegal Studies is offered by the Lebanese American University (LAU) in collaboration with Gloria Academy.
Upon successful completion of the program, participants will earn a Diploma in Paralegal Studies.
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A: No. Prior legal education is not required. The diploma is specifically designed to be accessible to participants from different academic and professional backgrounds.
A: Applicants must hold a Lebanese Baccalaureate or its equivalent, or a university degree.
A: The diploma is delivered 100% online, providing participants with the flexibility to balance their studies with work and personal commitments.