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Legal Education in West Virginia

Law schools, paralegal programs, certifications, bar exam resources, and continuing education in West Virginia.

Law Schools

ABA-accredited JD programs in West Virginia

West Virginia University College of Law

Morgantown, West Virginia

West Virginia's only law school — ABA-accredited since 1914 with strengths in energy, environmental, and health law.

Paralegal Programs

Accredited paralegal education and certificate programs

Marshall University — Legal Studies

Huntington, West Virginia·Regionally Accredited

BA and paralegal certificate programs preparing students for paralegal careers in West Virginia and the tristate area.

Court Reporter & Captioning Programs

Stenography, digital reporting, and real-time captioning training

NCRA A to Z Online Program

Free six-week introductory steno program — West Virginia has no in-state court reporting training programs.

Mediator & ADR Certification

Alternative dispute resolution training and qualified neutral roster

West Virginia State Bar — Mediation

Information about mediation and dispute resolution services available through the West Virginia court system.

Legal Nurse Consulting

Certification programs for RNs providing litigation support

American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants (AALNC)

National professional organization offering the LNCC certification — the only legal nurse consultant credential accredited by ABSNC.

Notary Public Certification

How to become a notary public in West Virginia

West Virginia Secretary of State — Notary Public

Official guide. Requirements: 18+, West Virginia resident, $25 fee, $1,000 surety bond. No exam required. Ten-year commission.

Bar Admission & Exam

Pathways to becoming a licensed attorney in West Virginia

West Virginia Board of Law Examiners

Official admissions body. West Virginia administers the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) — minimum passing score of 270.

Continuing Legal Education (CLE)

Requirements for licensed West Virginia attorneys

West Virginia State Bar — MCLE

Official MCLE body — attorneys must complete 24 credits biennially, including 3 ethics credits. Reporting period July 1 through June 30 of even years.

Legal Secretary & Legal Assistant Programs

Certificate and degree programs for legal support professionals

NALS — The Association for Legal Support Professionals

National certifications for legal support staff — ALP, PLS, and CLP credentials.

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