Tyler Junior College Paralegal Program

08/28/2026

Please join us as we celebrate Constitution Day on September 17!

08/18/2026

Thank you to everyone who made this recognition possible!

We’re proud to celebrate one of TJC's own! 🎉

Patricia Coplan, professor and coordinator of TJC's Paralegal program, has been recognized with Smith County Bar Association's Award of Excellence at Law Day 2026. This honor reflects her outstanding leadership, dedication to legal education and commitment to serving our community.

Her passion for student success helps shape the next generation of legal professionals and we’re grateful for the impact she makes in our program every day.

Join us in congratulating Patricia on this well-deserved recognition! 👏

Interested in a legal career? Learn more about our Paralegal program: TJC.edu/Paralegal

03/21/2026

⚖️ Registration is now open for People’s Law School 2026!
The Smith County Bar Foundation invites you to join us for a morning of free classes taught by local attorneys and judges designed to help you better understand your legal rights and how the legal system works.
You’ll be able to choose three different sessions covering practical legal topics that affect everyday life, including:
• Courtroom conduct and what judges expect
• Representing yourself in small claims court
• Property investments and common legal pitfalls
• Eviction law updates
• Probate issues
• How to protest property tax appraisals
• And more
📅 Saturday, April 11, 2026
📍 Tyler Junior College – Rogers Nursing & Health Sciences Center
⏰ 9:00 AM – Noon
Free and open to the public!
Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/peoples-law-school-tickets-1984077526291?aff=oddtdtcreator
We hope you can join us – please help spread the word!

12/20/2025

12/20/2025