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New Jersey

Law Schools

ABA-accredited JD programs in New Jersey

Seton Hall University School of Law

Newark, New Jersey — New Jersey`s only private law school, founded in 1951 in Newark. Ranked 61st nationally by U.S. News — offers JD, LLM, and Master of General Legal Studies programs in a 22-story downtown Newark building.

Rutgers Law School — Newark

Newark, New Jersey — Public law school at Rutgers University`s Newark campus — 21 clinical programs across both campuses, strong public interest tradition, and direct access to the New York City and New Jersey legal markets.

Rutgers Law School — Camden

Camden, New Jersey — Public law school at Rutgers University`s Camden campus — exceptional breadth in theory, practice, and interdisciplinary studies with immediate access to the Philadelphia, Delaware, and DC legal markets.

New Jersey

Paralegal Programs

Accredited paralegal education and certificate programs

ABA-Approved

Montclair State University — Paralegal Studies

Montclair, New Jersey — ABA-Approved — The first and only state college or university in New Jersey to receive ABA approval — post-baccalaureate paralegal certificate through the Department of Justice Studies.

ABA-Approved

Bergen Community College — Paralegal Studies

Paramus, New Jersey — ABA-Approved — ABA-approved AAS in paralegal studies combining general education with legal coursework — specialty courses in property transactions, family law, and personal injury. Also offers an ABA-approved Legal Nurse Consultant Certificate.

ABA-Approved

Middlesex College — Paralegal Studies

Edison, New Jersey — ABA-Approved — ABA-approved AAS and certificate programs in paralegal studies — the certificate requires 31 credits in one year, the associate degree 66 credits in two years.

ABA-Approved

Raritan Valley Community College — Paralegal Studies

Branchburg, New Jersey — ABA-Approved — ABA-approved for over 25 years — one-year certificate for degree holders and two-year associate program. Flexible day, evening, and online classes with internship placements and strong career outcomes.

ABA-Approved

Rowan College of South Jersey — Paralegal (Gloucester)

Sewell, New Jersey — ABA-Approved — ABA-approved since 1998 — AAS and certificate programs at the Gloucester campus preparing students to analyze legal disputes, draft documents, and assist practicing attorneys.

ABA-Approved

Fairleigh Dickinson University — Paralegal Studies

Teaneck, New Jersey — ABA-Approved — ABA-approved two-year associate degree in paralegal studies — courses in legal writing, real estate, ethics, civil litigation, and family law taught by experienced legal professionals.

Paralegal Association of New Jersey (PANJ)

Statewide nonprofit association formed in 1982 — promotes educational standards and uniform practice guidelines for paralegals. Monthly CLE dinner meetings, job bank, and networking.

New Jersey

Court Reporter & Captioning Programs

Stenography, digital reporting, and real-time captioning training

New Jersey State Board of Court Reporting

State licensing board under the Division of Consumer Affairs — licenses and regulates certified shorthand reporters. NCRA RPR certification exam is the qualifying exam for NJ licensure. 14 CE credits required every two years.

New Jersey

Mediator & ADR Certification

Alternative dispute resolution training and qualified neutral roster

New Jersey Courts — Complementary Dispute Resolution (CDR)

Court-sponsored CDR programs allowing civil disputes to be resolved without trial — mediators must complete approved basic dispute resolution training and meet education, training, and mentoring requirements under Court Rule 1:40-12.

New Jersey Courts — Civil Mediation

Mediation program for civil cases — a court-maintained roster of screened mediators is available, and parties have 14 days to select a suitable mediator (from the roster or otherwise) when referred.

New Jersey Academy of Mediators & Arbitrators

New Jersey chapter of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals — a vetted roster of experienced civil and commercial mediators and arbitrators practicing throughout the state.

New Jersey

Notary Public Certification

How to become a notary public in New Jersey

New Jersey Department of the Treasury — Notary Public

Official guide to becoming a New Jersey notary public. Non-attorney applicants must complete a six-hour approved course and pass a state exam. Applications require a state legislator endorsement. $25 fee. Five-year commission term.

New Jersey Notary Public Online Application

Electronic application portal for new and renewal notary commissions — the online system automatically forwards your application to your district legislator for endorsement.

New Jersey

Bar Admission & Exam

Pathways to becoming a licensed attorney in New Jersey

New Jersey Board of Bar Examiners

Appointed by the NJ Supreme Court to administer bar admission. New Jersey adopted the UBE — minimum passing score of 266 on a 400-point scale. MPRE score of 75 required (or passing an approved law school ethics course).

New Jersey Bar Exam — UBE Information

UBE score transfer accepted within 36 months — $675 non-refundable transfer fee. Applicants must be 18+, hold a JD from an ABA-accredited school, and be in good standing in all jurisdictions of admission.

New Jersey Bar Exam — Application Information

Application requirements, deadlines, fees, and character and fitness questionnaire for bar exam applicants. Detailed FAQ covering eligibility, testing accommodations, and exam logistics.

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