Throughout the duration of the program, students have the opportunity to learn from a variety of distinguished guest speakers in the fields of civil law, criminal law, banking, and other related areas of significant interest to a Paralegal professional. Students receive real-life knowledge from these professionals with the added benefit of building business relationships and networking opportunities.
David Stone, Rapides Parish Assistant DA, spoke regarding DWI prosecutions and defense.
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Benjamin A. Luke, Attorney at Law, spoke about successions, wills, and probate.
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Brady McClure Dore', Attorney at Law, discussed family law with the class.
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Madeline Tassin and Blake Tassin, representatives of the Cottonport Bank, discussed banking procedures and digital banding with the class.
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Michael Gore, Lead Training Coordinator for the Vernon Parish Sheriff's Office and the President-Elect of the Louisiana Narcotics Officers Association (LNOA), discussed drug related arrests and prosecution procedures with the class.
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