Law and the Legal System
Overview
Law and the Legal System introduces learners to the occupations and educational opportunities related to representing clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, as well as assisting lawyers and preparing legal documents.
Academy Endorsement
Complete the prescribed 4 credit course sequence in one of the following Programs of Study in:
Public Services
Students have the opportunity to earn Industry Based Certifications. These certifications help students stand out in interviews, help students gain confidence in a subject area, and give students valuable experience in preparing for the level of rigor required for industry certification exams they may face in the future.
Courses in this Program of Study
I. Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security (1 credit)
II. Court Systems and Practices (1 credit)
III. Advanced Legal Studies and Professions (1 credit)
IV. Business Law (1 credit)
NOTE: Additional classes may be available at some campuses. Some courses require prerequisites. Contact your school counselor or review the Course Catalog for more information.
Cluster/Program of Study
Law and the Legal System
Law and the Legal System is offered at the following Round Rock ISD high schools:
Round Rock
Examples of Law and Legal Careers
Occupation | Education Level | *Texas Median Annual Earnings |
Paralegal and Legal Assistants | Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s Degree | $63,720 |
Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers | Doctoral Degree | $106,104 |
Lawyer | Master’s Degree | $177,892 |
*Salary information compiled from the Texas Career Check online database.