Gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to begin your service in the legal profession through Suffolk's undergraduate law program.<br>Through demanding classroom instruction and practical training, youll learn to think creatively, reason critically, act ethically, and express yourself persuasively in speech and writing. As a law major, youll embrace the professional ethics of service and develop sound judgment and approaches to help you navigate the rapidly-changing legal world.<br>As an undergraduate law major, you will:<br>Learn how to research, develop, and write legal briefs, Master the latest legal research tools and technologies, utilizing Suffolk Law's world-class legal library, Construct a legal research plan, Understand the legal analytic method and engage in legal analysis for court, Gain hands-on experience through an elective internship with a local law firm, governmental agency, judge, legislator, or court system.<br>Our undergraduate law major is designed for students interested in the legal field, as well as those preparing to apply to law school. The core curriculum mimics the first year of law school, introducing key legal concepts while strengthening your knowledge of legal research and writing. The major also incorporates all courses needed to start your career in the legal field immediately as a paralegal, now more commonly referred to as a nonlawyer legal professional. Students who graduate with a BA or BS in Law do not need to earn a separate Paralegal Studies Certificate. Employers value an undergraduate law degree as a work credential, and those with demonstrated skill in legal research and writing on their resume are in high demand on the job market. Please note that only licensed attorneys can practice law and give legal advice.