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The Intellectual Property Course is a must for all creative students. It is not a requirement but should be taken before you graduate! A real Patent Attorney teaches the course at Bramson ORT College, and you will learn copyright, patents and trademark information. 

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Bramson ORT College Paralegal Department News

On November 12, 2014, Aicha Cesar and Zehava Schecter, Esq. of Bramson ORT College's Paralegal Department will be featured in an event sponsored by the New York City Paralegal Association. Held at the New York Career Institute from 6:30 - 9:30 PM, the event will focus on bankruptcy and business law for paralegals.

To kick off the event, Bramson ORT College's Zehava Schecter, Esq. will introduce the evening's speakers and open a discussion about ethical issues in a law firm that specializes in business law. Immediately following, our very own Aicha Cesar will be going over electronic contracts for paralegals and offer some tips on how to create enforceable electronic contracts. The night will end with a final presentation by Mark K. Lindenberg, Esq., that focuses on the fundamentals of bankruptcy for paralegals.

If you are a student in our paralegal department, we highly recommend attending this event! Any paralegal student or graduate who would like to attend the event may do so for free by e-mailing ZSchecter@bramsonort.edu - please make your subject line November 12, 2014 NYCPA CLE Program. Please note that you must be pre-registered, so be sure to confirm your spot as soon as possible!

For more information about this event, please click here.

At Bramson ORT College, we offer an outstanding paralegal program where students are given instruction in both the theoretical and practical aspects of law. Upon completing the program, students will be equipped with the knowledge they need to succeed in the law office setting of their choice. To learn more about our paralegal department, visit us at www.bramsonort.edu or give us a call at (718) 261-5800 or (718) 259-5300 today!

Paralegal Department at Bramson ORT College

​Have you got your mind set on becoming a lawyer? Students who are interested in pursuing a career in law often assume that law school and becoming a lawyer is the only path they have to follow. However, there are many other opportunities available in this field that aspiring law students should research and consider before making a final decision.

A paralegal is another career opportunity that we recommend considering if you're interested in studying law. If you're unaware of the specifics that come with being a paralegal, a job description is as follows:

A paralegal is an individual trained in legal matters that can perform a variety of tasks to assist attorneys. They complete legal paper work, conduct research, organize files, draft documents and more to assist lawyers as they get ready for their hearings or meetings.

At Bramson ORT College, we offer an exceptional paralegal program that introduces students to the nature of the job. Students are given instruction in both theoretical and practical aspects of law and are prepared to enter any law office setting upon completing the program. 

To earn a Paralegal Associate Degree, students are required to complete 60 credits. Class requirements include, but are not limited to, Real Estate Law, Legal Research, Analysis and Writing, Law Office Practice/Management and Word Processing 1. In addition to satisfying these course requirements, students must also complete a legal internship at a law firm to build their experience in the field.

Are you interested in learning more? For more information, contact our paralegal department today at paralegal@bramsonort.edu or, give us a call at (718) 261-5800.

Are You Interested in our Paralegal Program?

Bramson Ort College's Paralegal Department ensures that its students and graduates will succeed in law firms specializing in Wills, Trusts & Estates. 

To help our students on their path to success, the Probate and Estate Administration course focuses on all aspects of New York State's Surrogate's Court practice and prevailing estate planning and administration laws, forms, and actions.  In this class, students gain a solid foundation in relevant terminology, issues, and concepts regarding the laws of intestacy (dying without a Last Will and Testament) versus dying testate (with a Will). 

Furthermore, the course identifies the ways property may be conveyed outside or within an administration proceeding and the tax consequences of all transfers. A visitor to our class will hear lively and in-depth discussions on real-world fact patterns and ethical considerations in every lesson. Ultimately, the student develops the practical skills needed for a thriving career in this growing legal field. 

Submitted by Sol Sokel, Esq. of the Paralegal Department.

For more information on the Paralegal Program and all other programs offered at Bramson ORT College, please visit us online for more information or join us at one of our open houses. Registration is in progress. 

Faculty Spotlight: Sol Z. Sokel, Esq.

Sol Z. Sokel, Esq. is an accomplished trial attorney who was born and raised on Long Island. He went to local schools, including Queens College, where he earned honors and an accounting degree (1995), passed the CPA exam (1997), and then graduated from Hofstra University Law School (1999). Before he completed his second year of law school, Sol was recruited by a “Big Six” accounting firm to join their personal & estate tax planning department. It soon became clear that the courtroom was more his passion and Sol joined the AV rated litigation law firm, Kelly, Rode & Kelly LLP. Sol has successfully litigated both plaintiff and defendant cases for over 12 years on behalf of and against some of the most well known insurance companies and law firms in the country, as well as homeowners and landlords without insurance coverage. He practices in the five boroughs of NYC, Long Island, Westchester, Orange, Rockland, and other venues. He regularly publishes legal articles and has lectured to both the general public and experienced lawyers. Sol has also appeared as a guest lawyer on TV and he currently lectures in a paralegal course on the collegiate level. Sol continues to live on Long Island with his wife, raising their five children.

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Bramson ORT College Paralegal Department featured in The Paralegal Buzz

Bramson ORT College's Paralegal Department is featured in the Special Edition of The Paralegal Buzz! http://lnkd.in/ba7sGVz

At Bramson ORT College, students get to learn hands-on skills in their field from industry professionals. The college welcomes international students and promotes campus diversity. The Career Services Department assists students with career internships and job placement with an 80% graduate job placement rate! If you or your school is interested in Bramson ORT's Paralegal Program, online courses, degree or certificate programs, contact the college today. The school provides affordable tuition coupled with great scholarships and hands-on educational opportunities. There are 19 degree programs to choose from and many certificate programs as well. The college has campuses in Brooklyn and Queens close to major transportation, including the E, F, N, R, M, and D subway lines. For more information call 718-261-5800 or visit the website at www.bramsonort.edu. Read more testimonials, news highlights and student/faculty success stories at http://www.bramsonort.edu/Admissions/successstories.html

Bramson ORT College Now a Member of the NYC Paralegal Association

Bramson ORT College is proud to become a sustaining member of the New York City Paralegal Association.  The organization's website is http://www.nyc-pa.org.  Our Paralegal students will have access to educational, networking, and employment resources and will meet established paralegals and attorneys at meetings, social get-togethers, and Continuing Legal Education seminars.  Already, BOC paralegal students are benefitting from this association.  Students are attending an NYCPA CLE 6-hour seminar on Intellectual Property in Manhattan on October 24, 2013 for free.  The registration fee of $50 per attendee has been waived for BOC students.  Students will also be served breakfast and lunch, again for free.  Thank you to the NYCPA, which is welcoming our College and paralegal students to this event.

Bramson ORT College is a technical college in the Metropolitan New York area of the United States. Bramson ORT was established in 1942 to serve refugees and immigrants during World War II. It became a College in 1977 to provide quality technical post-secondary education and to meet the educational and career needs of the New York community.
Bramson ORT College is dedicated to providing each student with a college level education. Upon successful completion of a program, the student can seek a challenging employment opportunity in an established and/or emerging field of business, technology or health service. Many of the Liberal Arts courses at the College are designed to foster a mutual understanding and relationship between culture and American society.