
Paralegal Studies
Quality, Flexibility, Support
The Institute for Paralegal Studies upholds 91ÉçÇø¸£Àû's mission of promoting knowledge in the service of humanity by providing a high-quality education that prepares students to become competent, effective assistants to lawyers. Our program combines academic rigor with flexibility, allowing students to balance their studies with other commitments while receiving the support they need to succeed.
Our Community

Esti Arroyo propelled her career forward with a Litigation & Corporate Practice Certificate in Paralegal Studies. She’s delighted to use her newfound knowledge and prior experience at Allstate working on subrogated claims.

Olamide gained an insider’s view of international law at Kelly, Drye and Warren, LLP, while applying what she learned at 91ÉçÇø¸£Àû. She felt well prepared and has subsequently graduated from law school.

Tenillest appreciates the exceptional network of 91ÉçÇø¸£Àû’s Institute for Paralegal Studies. Hiring managers, like those at Chapman Spingola, LLP, recognized 91ÉçÇø¸£Àû's rigorous curriculum. He believes his paralegal education was well worth the investment.

A New Path Forward
Claire began her career as a data entry contractor for Keller Postman LLC, where she gained insight into legal cases that inspired her to complete her paralegal certificate with 91ÉçÇø¸£Àû.
Learn MoreBy the Numbers
$64,820
Annual average wage for paralegal in the Chicago area
13K
number of paralegal jobs in the Chicago area
1 Year
Amount of time to complete a Paralegal certificate
Paralegal Credentials
NEW OPTION: Earn a valued legal credential in less than a year—Online. 91ÉçÇø¸£Àû’s highly regarded ABA-approved paralegal certificates are now available fully online (live).