About the course

The Paralegal Studies - Intellectual Property Certificate of Achievement-Advanced sequence prepares students to work under the supervision of an attorney in an intellectual property law practice, including in-house (corporate), government agencies or nonprofit organizations. Paralegal duties in an intellectual property practice include performing factual and legal research, drafting and preparing correspondence and documents for filing with the U.S. and foreign governments, preparing information disclosure statements, interviewing clients and witnesses, organizing and maintaining case files, coordinating the use of technology in legal work, assisting attorneys with work related to due diligence, and in an intellectual property litigation practice, assisting attorneys in pretrial work, including document discovery and analysis, and during trials and hearings. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Cupertino
Spring (April), 2024	Cupertino
Summer (June), 2024	Cupertino
Fall (September), 2024	Cupertino
Winter (January), 2025	Cupertino
Spring (April), 2025	Cupertino
Fall (September), 2025	Cupertino
Winter (January), 2026	Cupertino
Spring (April), 2026	Cupertino
Summer (June), 2026	Cupertino

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for De Anza College

Upload a copy or original proof of English proficiency test score, taken within the last 2 years (ex: if the year is 2018, your test must have been taken between 2016-2018). A minimum score on any of the following examinations is required for admission - TOEFL - 61 iBT or TOEFL PBT 46 or higher. IELTS/ IELTS Indicator - 5.5.

　　

English language requirements

　　5.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 61.0

　　

Application deadline:

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