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Make A Difference As A Legal Secretary
Working in the legal sector doesn't require you are a lawyer, a top level attorney or a paralegal. You can make a difference by being a member of the important support team. Legal secretaries are organised, they provide essential support to attorneys and assist them daily to help them manage their case load and achieve success. This can be a very rewarding career and if you are looking for a position that is exciting, fast paced and challenging, then this may be the right choice for you.
The legal secretary course is a set in the direction of securing the career you are looking for. Fifteen hours of study will give you the tools, skills and knowledge needed to apply and be chosen for a position of this nature in a legal firm anywhere in the world.
This course is studied online at your own pace. The information packed course is broken down into easy to manage and learn modules, which can be studies using any device linked to the internet. What is even better is you have lifetime access to the modules should you ever want to refresh your knowledge during your career.
On successful completion and passing of the course you will be awarded an industry recognized certificate. Any potential employers can verify your certificate on our website for confirmation and peace of mind.
By the end of this course, you will learn :
The legal secretary course is designed to provide you with essential information, advice and techniques you can learn to ensure you can be productive in this role within any legal firm. The course is brimming with information to ensure you get an all-round learning experience. Some of the things you can expect to learn when taking the legal secretary course online include:
- Learn more about the legal secretary role. What you will be expected to do, general duties and operations.
- Get an understanding on the basic legal proofreading and writing skills you will need to be effective in this role.
- Understand the importance of client confidentiality.
- Get a firm understanding regarding the English legal system. This will prove beneficial when working in a fast paced legal firm anywhere in the country.
- Learn about the various court systems and structures.
- Understand what legal aid is, who is eligible and how this applies to you.
- Learn more about civil litigation and how it works.
- Improve your typing skills along with audio skills to ensure productivity on a daily basis in a legal secretary role.
- Get a firm understanding on will and probate law, enabling you to be more involved and provide your team with the best possible support each day.
- Make use of the tips on how to find legal secretary positions, where to look and how to secure an interview.
Course Fast Facts:
- Learn the fundamentals of being a Legal Secretary
- Comprehensive 17 module Certificate in Level 3 Legal Secretary Online Course
- Study along with simple instructions & demonstrations
- Written and developed by leading Legal Secretaries
- Receive one-on-one online help & support
- Unlimited, lifetime access to online course
- Certificate of completion awarded with passing score for the online assessment
- Study at your own pace with no rigid class timetables, 24/7 from any computer or smart device
Course Delivery
Courses For Success modules are accessed online by any device including PC, tablet or Smart Phone. Upon purchase an automated welcome email will be sent to you (please check your junk email inbox if not received as this is an automated email), in order for you to access your online course, which is Available 24/7 on any computer or smart mobile device.
Recognition & Accreditation
All students who complete this course, receive a certificate of completion with a passing score (for the online assessment) and will be issued a certificate via email.
Module 1: General Duties and Day-to-Day Operations of a Legal Secretary
- Managing letters and post
- How to take messages
- Filing and preparation of forms and documents
- Billing, invoicing and client care
Module 2 : Legal Writing and Proofreading Skills
- Legal writing mistakes
- Tips and insights on correct legal writing
- Punctuation, capitalisation, italics, numerals
- Form paragraphs and form files
Module 3 : Client Confidentiality in Law Firms
- What is confidentiality and why is it important?
- Implementing confidentiality in a law office
- How to maintain confidentiality
- Records safety and security
Module 4 : The English Legal System
- Introduction to the English legal system
- Aspects of UK law
- History of the English legal system
- Laws governing debt recovery, bailiffs, default notices
Module 5 : Court Systems and Structures
- Understanding court systems in the UK
- Supreme Court, High Court, Crown Court, technology and Construction court
- Queen's Bench, Court of Protection, County Courts, magistrates' courts
Module 6 : Legal Aid
- Aims and objectives of legal aid
- Eligibility for legal aid
- Civil legal advice
- Legal aid in criminal cases
Module 7 : Civil Litigation
- Civil litigation initial procedures
- Pre-action protocols, Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)
- Out of Court settlements
- Claim forms and Particulars of Claim
Module 8 : Land and Conveyancing Practice
- Explanation of terms: Deed, Freehold, Leasehold
- Registration of land
- Submission of forms for searches
- Title information documents
Module 9 : Wills and Probate Law Practice
- Basic contents of a Will
- Executors, codicils
- Grant of Probate and Grant of Letters of Administration
- Form IHT 200, 205, D18, D21, etc.
Module 10 : Family Law
- Starting legal proceedings in matters relating to family law
- Divorce petitions and facts of evidence
- Court Action
- Affidavit in support of the Petition
Module 11 : Criminal Law
- Starting proceedings in criminal cases
- Different types of crimes
- Magistrates' court and Crown Courts
- Warrants, Summons and witness statements
Module 12 : Company and Business Law
- How to start a company
- Types of business entities
- Memorandum of Association
- Articles of Association, company seal
Module 13 : Licensing
- Licensing Act 2003 and the period prior to the Act
- Objectives of licensing regulations
- Premises License
- Personal License
Module 14 : Appeals, Judicial Review and Case Stated
- Appeals against criminal cases
- Criminal Cases Review Commission
- Appeals against civil cases
- Skeleton Arguments
Module 15: Skills for Success
- How a legal secretary can help the fee earner
- Important skills
- Setting up new client appointments
- Dictation and Transcription
Module 16: Finding Employment as a Legal Secretary
- Importance of legal secretaries
- The job seeking process
- What prospective law firms are looking for
- Writing an effective cover letter
Module 17: Glossary of Legal Terms
- 50+ useful terms and abbreviations
Entry requirements
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Computer requirements
Students will need access to a computer and the internet.
Minimum specifications for the computer are:
Windows:
- Microsoft Windows XP, or later
- Modern and up to date Browser (Internet Explorer 8 or later, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
MAC/iOS
- OSX/iOS 6 or later
- Modern and up to date Browser (Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
All systems
- Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or faster
- Flash player or a browser with HTML5 video capabilities(Currently Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
Students will also need access the following applications:
Adobe Acrobat Reader
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No, you do not require a High School Diploma or to have finished school to study this course, this course is open to anyone who would like to take this course.
This course is provided in English, however, due to the digital nature of our training, you can take your time studying the material and make use of tools such as google translate and Grammarly.
All our courses are accessible online on any device. You may complete them at your own pace and at your own time.
After you have completed the payment, you will receive a confirmation email and tax receipt. You will also receive an email containing your course login details (username and password), as well as instructions on how to access and log in to your course via the internet with any device, please check your junk/spam folder in the event that you do not receive the email.
Providing you have internet access you can start this course whenever you like, just go to the login page and insert your username and password and you can access the online material.
Online learning is easy, if not easier than a traditional academic situation. By studying an online course, the usual boundaries caused by location and time constraints are eliminated, meaning you are free to study where and when you want at your own pace. Of course, you will need to be able to self-manage your time and be organized, but with our help, you’ll soon find yourself settling into a comfortable rhythm of study.
You don't need to be a computer expert to succeed with our online training, but you should be comfortable typing, using the internet and be capable of using common software (such as Microsoft word).
There is no time limit for completing this course, it can be studied in your own time at your own pace. Once you have purchased this course you will have unlimited lifetime access, meaning you can access this course whenever you want.
Please see the number of Hours to complete on Course Duration, under course summary.
The onetime fee includes all training materials, including online content, diagrams, videos if included, interactive instructions and quizzes, plus you will receive a certificate upon completion.
All the required material for your course is included in the online system, you do not need to buy anything else.
Yes, all our courses are interactive.
Yes, you will be required to complete a multiple-choice test online at the end of your course, you can do this test as many times as you require.
You will receive a Certificate of Completion that is applicable worldwide, which demonstrates your commitment to learning new skills. You can share the certificate with your friends, relatives, co-workers and potential employers. Also, include it in your resume/CV, professional social media profiles and job applications.
You will also receive a CPD Certificate, CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. It refers to the process of tracking and documenting the skills, knowledge, and experience that you gain both formally and informally as you work, beyond any initial training. Continuing Professional Development is important because it delivers benefits to the individual, their profession and the public. CPD ensures your capabilities keep pace with the current standards of others in the same field.
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This course will give you the skills you need to help you obtain employment, but it’s up to you if you get the job or not.
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Course Summary
Course ID: | 070NSA121 |
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Delivery Mode: |
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Access: | Unlimited Lifetime |
Time: | Study at your own pace |
Assessments: | Yes |
Qualification: | Certificate |
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