Excel in Law Office Support
Master legal terminology, document preparation, and administrative procedures. Prepare for an essential role in any law office.
Legal Secretary Program
Focused training for law office administrative support
Legal Secretary Certificate
Entry-level law office support
Learn the skills needed to support attorneys with administrative tasks, document preparation, and client communication.
Enroll NowWhat You'll Learn
Essential skills for law office support roles
Legal Terminology
Master the vocabulary of law. Understand terms used in contracts, litigation, and various practice areas.
Document Preparation
Format legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings according to court rules and firm standards.
File Management
Organize case files, maintain calendars, and track deadlines using legal practice management systems.
Client Communication
Professional telephone and written communication with clients, courts, and other professionals.
Ethics & Confidentiality
Understand professional responsibility rules and maintain client confidentiality.
Legal Technology
Work with common legal software, e-filing systems, and office technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between a legal secretary and paralegal?
Legal secretaries focus on administrative support - document preparation, scheduling, filing, and client communication. Paralegals perform substantive legal work like research, drafting, and case preparation. Many people start as legal secretaries and advance to paralegal roles.
Do I need prior experience?
No prior legal experience is required. Basic computer skills and professional communication abilities are helpful. This program teaches you everything you need to know to work in a law office.
Can this lead to a paralegal career?
Yes! Many legal secretaries gain experience in a law office and then complete a paralegal certificate to advance their careers. The legal secretary certificate provides a great foundation.
Ready to Start Your Legal Career?
Begin with a role that opens doors in the legal field.