Legal Assistant Diploma
- Online / In-person / Combination
- 54 WeeksMorning / Evening / Weekend
Legal Assistant
Diploma Summary
The Legal Assistant Diploma Online Program at ABM College equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in legal, corporate, or judicial environments. Through comprehensive training, students develop expertise in industry rules and regulations, spelling, grammar, legal writing, transcription techniques, legal document preparation, file and information management, and workflow organization. They also gain proficiency in using computer software essential for managing correspondence, databases, and other office functions effectively. Combining a solid foundation in office administration with a focus on legal applications, this program emphasizes hands-on, practical training.
Students will explore office procedures, legal terminology, and accounting principles as applied in the legal industry. Additionally, the curriculum introduces various areas of legal specialization, including corporate and business law, criminal law, family law, civil litigation, real estate law, and wills and estates. The program culminates in a 4-week practicum placement, providing students with valuable real-world experience to seamlessly transition into the workplace.
Legal Assistant
Course Highlights
- Study general procedures, accounting, and communication which are foundational to any legal practice.
- Learn Commercial Law which covers contracts, consumer protection, and employment law.
- Explore Criminal Law definitions, offences, defenses, arrest procedures, constitutional rights, and rehabilitation.
- Gain an understanding of Family Law and Estate Planning through marriage, separation, divorce, common law, child support, wills, healthcare directives, and more.
- Understand the intricacies of Intellectual Property Law including copyrights, trademarks, patents, and industrial design.
Career Opportunities
According to the Canadian Job Bank, future job prospects for Legal Assistants over the next three years are particularly high in Ontario, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. Graduates of our Legal Assistant Diploma Online Program are prepared for roles such as:
- Legal Assistant
- Legal Department Advisor
- Law / Judicial Clerk
- Legal Secretary
- Court Clerk
Salary Range
The anticipated salary range for Legal Assistants across Canada is $47,000 to $87,000 based on experience. According to the Canadian Job Bank, hourly wages range between $17.50/hr and $41.00/hr, with a median rate of $25.64/hr. Alberta and Saskatchewan, in particular, are at the higher end of the scale.
Legal Assistant Diploma Information Kit
This kit includes important details on the Legal Assistant Diploma program at ABM College.
Legal Assistant Information Kit
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