The legal administrative assistant plays an integral part in the judicial system. An employee in this field performs a large range of legal and secretarial tasks, such as docketing court cases, arranging legal papers, and providing instructions and information to others. This role requires a solid foundation in office work and legal jargon.
The position holder arranges office activities for administrative law examiners and attorneys. They are often expected to respond to inquiries concerning trials, court regulations, and legal procedures. Other responsibilities include organizing conferences and arranging travel logistics for staff, including transport and housing.
It is essential to have strong skills in grammar and spelling as well as proficiency in word processors. These individuals must frequently type up reports, correspondence, hearing notices, administrative decisions, court orders, complaints, opinions, pleadings, briefs, and subpoenas based on written or verbal instructions.
To become a legal administrative assistant, you should have at least five years of secretarial experience in a law office. Many employers also accept the completion of study in legal secretary work along with two years of law office work. The median pay in Canada for this position is around C
$36,691 per year.