Online Legal Secretary Education Programs

Program Title: Legal Secretary Online Diploma & Degree Course

Description: As a Legal Secretary, you will be able to handle a majority of administrative responsibilities, from setting appointments to providing research information and preparing correspondence. Legal secretaries enjoy challenging, varied assignments, flexible working hours, high salaries, respect and prestige. In this fast-paced, yet highly rewarding career, you\'ll be valued for your confidentiality, organizational skills, and efficiency.

Syllabus: The syllabus covers most of the important topics including legal terminology, legal processes, jurisdiction, and legal ethics, preparing correspondence including letters, pleadings, detection, and notices. Also basic learning like:

• Filing procedures
• Billing and accounting
• Time management
• Record keeping
• Computing
• Legal research
• Memoranda preparation

Accreditation: Distance Education and Training Council (DETC)

Format of Education: Online & Correspondence.

Language: English 

Job Opportunities: According to the U.S. Department of Labor, employment of legal secretaries is expected to grow as much as 20% by 2010. Employment is found with federal government, attorneys, law firms, local and state government. Salaries depend on education, training, experience, type and size of employer. In addition to a salary, many paralegals receive bonuses. The average salary is around $37,950.

University / Institutes:

Penn Foster Career School: With 13 million students enrolled since 1890, Penn Foster Career School is the world's largest and most respected distance learning institution.