What makes LSI at FIU different than the rest?

In a simple word: everything!

The Legal Studies Institute not only boosts of a distinguished faculty who are legal professionals in the community, including current and former judges, private practitioners, assistant state attorneys and public defenders, but our location in Miami – the most international city in the United States – provides career opportunities and job placement in some of the world’s largest law firms.

But, what makes LSI at FIU the most unique Paralegal Program is that classes are taught inside Rafael Diaz-Balart Hall, which is home to FIU Law. As a student of LSI, you will have access to the FIU Law Library just like current law students have, you will staff available to meet with you in person Monday through Friday to answer your questions and a warm, friendly community that is committed to your success.

With our combination of a strong legal foundation and real-world application, students complete the Paralegal Program with sound legal knowledge, the ability to think critically and the proficiency to start a successful legal career. As a graduate, you will be qualified to work alongside lawyers and judges in the type of legal setting that is important to you. Whether it’s a large law firm, a government agency, a nonprofit or legal aid office or in any private corporations, rest assured you will have the skills and knowledge to accomplish whatever task is asked of you.

So, what are you waiting for? Enroll today and get started on a fascinating career in the legal field.

Click here to RSVP for our next information session.

Your success is our top priority! Whether you need advice or counseling on academic or personal matters, staff of the Legal Studies Institute is here to facilitate services and support.

• 2024 – 2025 Academic Calendar
• Fall 2024 On-Campus Schedule
• Spring 2025 On-Campus Schedule

Graduation

• The Legal Studies Institute awards a Certificate of Completion to each student who successfully completes all course work. Students are invited to participate in a graduation ceremony celebrated once a year in June. Family members are welcome to attend.

The Administration of the Legal Studies Institute reserves the right to modify, delete, cancel or change programs, tuition fees, and faculty as deemed necessary. 

Job opportunities for alumni and students are listed below. The jobs below have been submitted by private law firms, and corporations, and public entities. You may click a posting to learn more.

2024

May Postings

• Northern Trust – Senior Account Manager

June Postings

• Malloy & Malloy, P.L.- Trademark Paralegal
• The Arreaza Law Firm LLC
• Greenspoon Marder LLP

July Postings

• The Peña Law Firm

• De La Rosa Law

August Postings

• The Abrams Law Firm, P.A.

September Postings

• Florida Fourth DCA Deputy Clerk III

• The Law Offices of Al Nicoletti

October Postings

• Fields Howell LLP
• Sutton Pomares Law Group, P.A.

November Postings

• FIU Law Clinic
• Rubenstein Law

December Postings

• • Gator Paralegal

• Employment Verification Form
• Employment Verification Release
• Academic Honesty Policy
• Payment, Refund & Transfer Policy
• Notification of Collection of SSN