Demonstrate knowledge about essential principles in the areas of the work of the paralegal, malpractice avoidance, legal environments, and client relations.
Explain the relevance of and the tasks involved in law office systems and file management.
Demonstrate skills in general office technology, office management, law office accounting, timekeeping, and docket control.
Articulate tenets of legal ethics and professional responsibility of the paralegal, methods of communication and stress reduction, the importance of professional growth and development.
Course Description Prepares students to coordinate and oversee the administrative functions of a small to medium firm. Includes ethics, law office systems, timekeeping, technology and personnel management. Credits: 3