Legal Office Services

Legal office student performs work on a computer

Adults & High School Juniors and Seniors

Trained legal administrative assistants are continually in high demand, and they can work in every industry within the workforce. In this program, students gain knowledge of legal office procedures and of the terminology specific to the legal field. Students will:

Develop advanced computer skills necessary to produce various types of legal documents
Learn to perform legal research, filing, billing and scheduling
Grow verbal and nonverbal communication techniques

Students also learn basic concepts in specialty areas of law such as:

Civil and criminal litigation and procedure
Torts, family law, real estate, and bankruptcy

Students also have the opportunity to prepare for nationally recognized industry certifications like Microsoft Office Specialist and Accredited Legal Professional (ALP), which is the basic certification for legal professionals.

Begin Application

Who can attend?

This career program is open to adults and high school juniors and seniors.

Adults can choose to attend A.M. and/or P.M. sessions.
High school students can attend half day, A.M. or P.M., to be decided during career advisement session.

Courses

Course Name
Fundamentals of Technology
Foundations for the Legal Office
Legal Office Procedures
Advanced Computer Applications for the Law Office
Advanced Legal Communications
Legal Specialties
Capstone
Total Class Hours: 1050

Prerequisites

No Prerequisites

Class Times

Start Date: August,October,January
Days: Monday - Friday
A.M. Hours: 9:15 - 12:25
- NPS 9:15 - 12:05;
- MPS 9:35 - 12:25
P.M. Hours: 1:15 - 4:10
- NPS: 1:15 - 4:10
- MPS: 1:15 - 4:10
Evening Hours: N/A
Adults can choose to attend A.M. and/or P.M. sessions.
High school students can attend half day, A.M. or P.M., to be decided during career advisement session.

Expenses

Credentials Available

National Association of Legal Professionals (NALS)
- Accredited Legal Professional
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
- Word or Work Expert, Parts I & II
- Excel
- Outlook
- PowerPoint

Accreditations

Gainful Employment

Gainful Employment for MNTC Career Programs

Is this program right for me?

Attributes
Completion & Positive Placement Rate
Potential Occupations
Potential Wages
Career Profile

Attributes

Critical Thinking
Writing
Speaking
Time Management
Information Ordering
Oral Expression
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Speaking
Time Management
Social Perceptiveness
Coordination

Completion & Positive Placement Rate

On-Time Adult Completion Rate: For more information contact the Data Management Coordinator.
Positive Placement Rate: 91.67%

Positive Placement Rate includes Military, Continuing Education and all Employment, related or not related. The rate information provided below is based on the most current data available.

Potential Occupations

Judicial Administrative Assistant
Legal or Litigation Assistant
Legal Administrative Secretary
Title Examiner, Abstractor, and Searcher
Billing, Cost, and Rate Clerks
Brokerage Clerks
Municipal Clerks
File Clerks
Human Resources Assistant, Except Payroll and Timekeeping
Executive Administrative Assistant

Source: onetonline.org

Potential Wages

US - $13.02 - $36.78 Hourly; $27,080 - $76,500 Annually
OK - $12.16 - $25.32 Hourly; $25,300 - $52,670 Annually
SOC Code: 43-6012.00 - Legal Secretaries

Career Profile

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Financial Aid
Scholarships
Net Price Calculator

Financial Aid

Financial Aid Eligibility: Title IV Eligible
Loan Debt: $0.00
CIP Code: 22.0301

Start your application today at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

Learn More

Scholarships

Learn More

Net Price Calculator

MNTC Net Price Calculator

Note: MNTC does not participate in the Federal Student Loan Program.

Legal Office Services Help Center

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are there prerequisites for this program?

A: Refer to the "Prerequisites" tab above.

Q: Does MNTC require student ID badges?

A: Yes. All students and staff must wear an MNTC badge while on campus. Pictures for badges are taken during the registration process.

Q: Do I have to take any tests to apply for the program?

A: You may be referred for assessment testing, which will be determined during your appointment with a Career Advisor.

Q: Do I need a high school diploma for this program?

A: No, you do not have to have a high school diploma to apply. However, not having a diploma may affect your ability to apply for financial aid.

Q: How much does this program cost?

A: Refer to the "expenses" tab above.

Q: I cannot attend this class during the day, do you offer night classes?

A: This long-term program is not available in the evening. You might consider one of our short-term business & financial classes!

Q: Is there a waiting list?

A: For this program, you will need to speak with an MNTC Career Advisor. Set up your free career advisement today!

Q: What are possible occupations for me?

A: Refer to the "Potential Occupations" tab above.

Q: What certifications are available?

A: Refer to the "Credentials Available" tab above.

Q: What is the cost of this program?

A: Refer to the "cost" tab above.

Q: What kind of job could I get from this program?

A: Refer to the "potential occupations" tab above.

Q: What kind of testing is required prior to getting into the program?

A: Testing information is available during your meeting with an MNTC Career Advisor.

Q: When does the program start?

A: Refer to the "class times" tab above.

Q: Who can apply?

A: Refer to the "Who can attend?" tab above.

Q: Will MNTC help me find job opportunities during or after I finish the program?

A: Yes! Our Career and College Connection team coordinate career and college fairs on campus throughout the year. They also help with resumes, interviews, employment opportunities, etc. Additionally, internships are may be available to eligible students.

Begin Application