Legal Office Assistant Diploma

The Legal Office Assistant diploma program provides students with the practical, hands-on applications and skills required to enter the legal field. Graduates of the Legal Office Assistant diploma program are prepared to provide support to attorneys in law firms as well as in the legal departments of businesses and corporations.

Courses within the Legal Office Assistant diploma program prepare students to research and draft legal documents in both civil and criminal cases. Students will also be capable of providing support in custody, separation, and divorce proceedings, among other key aspects of the legal field. Additional skills in case management, document and record maintenance, and correspondence are significant parts of the diploma program.

12 months

Approximate Program Length

36 credit hours

Total Credits

October 30

Next Start Date for Online Students

January 15

Next Start Date for On-Campus Students

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Available on-campus and online to fit into your life

The Legal Office Assistant diploma program is available for study online with Bryant & Stratton College. The online Legal Office Assistant diploma program follows the same outcomes and curriculum as the campus-based program with the added convenience and flexibility of an online program. Students can expect the same personal touch and support as provided by our campus faculty and staff.

Credits earned in online classes at Bryant & Stratton College are the same as credits earned in campus-based classes at Bryant & Stratton College.

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Whether you prefer the vibrant atmosphere of on-campus classes, the convenience of online learning, or the flexibility of remote options, our degree programs are tailored to fit your lifestyle. Use our interactive map to explore the various campus locations where this degree program is offered.

Graduates of this diploma program may apply the courses and credits earned toward the associate degree in Paralegal Studies at Bryant & Stratton College.

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Program Outcomes

The Legal Office Assistant diploma program will provide students with the ability to:

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Describe and discuss the basic responsibilities, legal and procedural theories, and professional standards of a paralegal.

Define, apply and defend principles of legal ethics within a variety of settings.

Utilize appropriate legal terminology and terms correctly in legal documents.

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Scalable to Your Career Level & Goals

Bryant & Stratton College designs skill-building programs to fit your needs. In addition to online, on-campus, and live remote learning options, our degree offerings are scalable and stackable. Whether seeking to jumpstart your career or advance your education we offer diploma, associate, and bachelor’s degrees to help you achieve your academic and career goals on your schedule.

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Overview

Prepare to serve attorneys through focuses in legal research, civil procedures, criminal practice, and office skills.

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Program Format

Online/On-campus

Duration

2-Years Full-Time Study

Possible Careers

Overview

Develop essential skills in legal office assistance, such as analyzing, interpreting and preparing legal documents.

Program Format

Online/On-campus

Duration

1-Year Full-Time Study
2-Years Part-Time Study

Possible Careers

Key Courses

For a full course listing, please refer to the Bryant & Stratton College catalog.

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Valuable Internship Experience

In addition to your classroom experience, we recognize the importance of real-world application. Through our partnership network, students are provided with opportunities to actively apply their learnings within their chosen field.

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I began my internship at Eggleston uncertain of my path but eager to help others. It took two days to realize my calling in social work. Now as Program Manager, I find joy in guiding interns through their own discovery processes. Supporting B&SC students in their internships is a rewarding full-circle moment.
Teslyn Savage Eggleston

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My internship gave me the opportunity to experience working in the Legal field. As a result, I developed invaluable skills and had a much greater concept of my career choice. One of the most heart-warming benefits is the confirmation that I truly enjoy doing what I had spent my time at B&SC studying for.
Chrystyna Fischer Rupp Pfalzgraf

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Interning at William Mattar provided training and a better understanding of what it would be like to work in a personal injury law firm. I learned so much and I am still learning new things daily! I feel truly lucky to have been connected with this firm and have been employed full-time for almost two years. I have B&SC to thank for this!
Serena Rosario William Mattar

Careers

What can you do with a Legal Office Assistant Diploma?

Legal office assistants provide administrative and legal research support for attorneys or legal departments. They may work with attorneys, paralegals, and other legal support staff in attorney’s offices, corporate environments, or government agencies. Graduates with a Legal Office Assistant diploma will be prepared for entry-level roles in this growing industry.

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Frequently Asked Questions

While you may not need a full degree to become a legal office assistant, some education is useful. The Legal Office Assistant Diploma program from Bryant & Stratton College offers the opportunity to build a practical knowledge of the relevant applications and skills needed to offer support to attorneys and legal departments.

An associate degree in paralegal studies can take a couple of years. If you want to start your career faster with an entry-level assistant role, Bryant & Stratton College also offers the Legal Office Assistant Diploma program. In it, you can gain practical skills for case management, document maintenance, client communications and more.

While a post-secondary education is not a requirement, it could be the difference between getting the position and not. Bryant & Stratton College’s Legal Office Assistant Diploma program offers the skills and insights in administrative support, communication and case management needed to pursue and excel in the role of legal secretary or assistant.

Education is the key. The right education, such as the Legal Office Assistant Diploma program from Bryant & Stratton College, can help you prepare for and excel in a legal assistant role. Coursework covers everything from contract law to civil litigation to legal research and writing.

Yes. A legal studies degree offers the necessary insights, practical skills and career-defining credential you need to partner with lawyers and other legal professionals to help clients in civil and criminal matters.

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