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Course for legal writing?

I'm a legal assistant with over 10 years experience. I'm interested in one of a few higher pay grade paralegal opportunities with the federal government. Problem is these higher paying positions require legal writing experience which I do not have. I also have no prospect of getting it at my current position. Are there any courses online or at a proper college that can give this kind of instruction (I'm near Manhattan)? It would have to be part time and I definitely do NOT want to pursue a paralegal degree. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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  • 10 years ago

    You could probably take just the legal writing courses at a community college without actually enrolling in the paralegal program. Usually you can enroll in schools (particularly community colleges) as a non-degree seeking student and pick and choose your classes. You usually get last choice of courses but it's a good way to take classes you're interested in without having to pursue a degree.

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