LEI @ Widener Law Center is committed to providing a high-quality educational experience to both full and part-time students who seek paraprofessional legal education. You will find the perfect environment to pursue your legal education goals as you enjoy personal attention from faculty, flexible scheduling (day, evening, and
online), and small classes. You can also seek an
internship or
mentorship to supplement your classroom education and prepare yourself for the professional challenges that await you.
Paralegal StudiesIf you are interested in a career as a paralegal
Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies simultaneously with and ABA approved
Paralegal Certificate, an
Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies simultaneously with and ABA approved
Paralegal Certificate, or pursue an ABA approved
Certificate of Completion in General Paralegal Studies in either a standard or
One Summer Certificate Program. Certificates of Completion in Paralegal studies approved by the ABA are also available in:
Litigation,
Real Estate,
Health Law,
Criminal Law, or
Corporate Law. LEI @ Widener Law Center will educate you in the theory, philosophy, and practice of the law in order to prepare you for employment in one of America’s fastest growing professions.
Legal Nurse ConsultingLEI @ Widener Law Center also offers a
Legal Nurse Consultant Certificate program (LNC) that is open to applicants who have a current Registered Nurse license and either an Associate of Science in Nursing, Diploma in Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, or a Masters in Nursing. The LNC program merges medical and legal knowledge to enhance your training and prepare you for a rewarding career as a Legal Nurse Consultant. All of our courses are taught by experienced Legal Nurse Consultants and Attorneys to prepare the Legal Nurse Consultant student with the ability to act as an expert or as a consultant in a variety of legal settings from medical malpractice to social security disability law, fraud and abuse, to pharmaceutical and risk management positions.
Continuing EducationLEI @ Widener Law Center also offers
continuing education units to legal nurse consultants. Approved by the Delaware Nurses Association, these courses are designed to help students stay current with professional requirements.
ABA ApprovedLEI @ Widener Law Center offers the only ABA Approved Paralegal and Legal Nurse Consultant Programs in Delaware. LEI is affiliated with Widener Law and is located on the Delaware campus. Finally, LEI's students have access to the vast resources of the Widener Law Library.