Legal Assistant
9 months / 36 weeks / 720 hours = 44 credit hours
The Legal Assistant program provides basic legal instruction and application of the law. Students learn about legal terminology, critical thinking and how to do research and writing.
Students receive a hands-on learning environment to develop an understanding of the functions of a Legal Assistant. The curriculum is integrated to simulate the legal work environment. Upon completion of course work, students participate in a guided Internship to gain practical experience.
Upon graduation from this program, the student will be able to understand principles and procedures of the law, read, interpret and analyze legal issues.
The student will be able to perform traditional and computer legal research, draft documents, prepare trial folders, prepare evidence exhibits and assist in trial preparation. The student will also learn to compile information and facts important to the case, learn about managing cases and interview clients and witnesses. This program will prepare a student to become certified as a Notary Public.
Course
Duration
Law Office Management I - Basic Legal Research & Writing, Introduction to Computer Concepts, MS Word
60 hrs /
4 qtr. credit hours
Law Office Management II - Advanced Legal Research
60 hrs /
4 qtr. credit hours
Tort Law and Research – Focus on Civil Liability
60 hrs /
4 qtr. credit hours
Business Law – Study of Business Entities & Basic Contract Law
60 hrs /
4 qtr. credit hours
Litigation & Court Procedures – Preparation of Cases and Handling Client Files
60 hrs /
4 qtr. credit hours
Bankruptcy Law – The Rules of Bankruptcy
60 hrs /
4 qtr. credit hours
Wills and Trust – Preparing wills, Review Estates & Distribution
60 hrs /
4 qtr. credit hours
Family Law – Custody, Guardianship, Community Property & Support
60 hrs /
4 qtr. credit hours
Criminal Law – Classification of Crimes and Court Procedures
60 hrs /
4 qtr. credit hours
Real Estate Law – Transactions & Litigation
60 hrs /
4 qtr. credit hours
Internship - Practical Experience / Job Search
60 hrs /
4 qtr. credit hours
Total
720 hrs /
44 qtr. credit hours
Entry Level Career & Path Opportunities
Legal Assistant, Paralegal, Law Clerk, Legal Aid, Legal Secretary, Legal Researcher, Legal Document Assistant, Law Office Manager
Who is a Legal Assistant?
A Legal Assistant is a qualified professional who assists attorneys in providing legal services.
A highly trained Legal Assistant can help make the legal office effective and productive.
The Legal Assistant field is one of the fastest growing careers in the nation according to state and federal labor market information.
Fresno, California
Phone (800) 684-7196
