Law & Public AdministrationStable Study ProspectsBachelor
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Also known as: Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant
A program that prepares individuals to serve as legal office managers, special assistants, and legal secretaries. Includes instruction in office management, secretarial science, principles of U.S. or Canadian law, legal terminology and documentation, legal research, legal software applications, law
Legal SecretaryLegal AssistantLegal AdministrationLegal Support ServicesAdministrative SupportOffice ManagementLawScienceManagementLegal
High School Preparation
Required Subjects
EnglishBusiness StudiesLaw/Social Studies
Recommended GPA
2.5-3.0
Advanced Courses (AP/IB/Honors)
AP English Language and Composition
AP U.S. Government and Politics
IB Business Management
Core Subjects
Click on "i" to learn more about each subject
Career Prospects
Stable Study Prospects
Graduates can find opportunities as legal administrative assistants, legal secretaries, or legal office managers within law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies. The role often involves supporting lawyers and paralegals, ensuring smooth office operations and document management.
Impact of AI on this Study
AI and automation are transforming legal administrative roles by streamlining tasks like document drafting, contract review, and legal research. This shift allows legal administrative assistants to focus on more complex support, technology integration, and client interaction.