Objectives:
• Understand the role and responsibilities of a legal secretary
• Develop essential skills for effective communication and organization
• Learn to manage legal documents and records efficiently
• Familiarize yourself with legal terminology and procedures
• Enhance your ability to work effectively in a legal environment
Course Content:
• Introduction to Legal Secretarial Work
• Overview of the legal profession and the role of a legal secretary
• Essential skills and qualities for a legal secretary
• Understanding legal terminology and procedures
• Effective Communication and Organization
• Communication techniques for legal secretaries
• Time management and prioritization strategies
• Organizing and maintaining legal files and records
• Legal Document Preparation and Management
• Preparing legal documents, including letters, memos, and reports
• Managing and maintaining legal files and records
• Understanding legal document formatting and style
• Legal Terminology and Procedures
• Understanding legal terminology and definitions
• Familiarizing yourself with legal procedures and protocols
• Understanding legal document types and their purposes
• Working Effectively in a Legal Environment
• Building relationships with lawyers and other legal professionals
• Managing stress and maintaining a professional demeanor
• Understanding legal office procedures and protocols
METHODOLOGY
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.
DATE:
1ST BATCH: 11th – 14th Feb, 2025
2ND BATCH: 3rd – 6th June, 2025
3RD BATCH: 23rd – 26th Sept, 2025
25, Queen street, Alagomeji Bus Stop, Yaba, Lagos