The Certificate in Legal Administrative Studies at Kwantlen Polytechnic University equips you with essential administrative support skills for the legal sector. This program is ideal for individuals seeking to enter or advance within legal offices, providing a strong foundation in both general and specialized procedures. You will gain practical knowledge in areas crucial to legal practice, including document preparation, contemporary legal office issues, and the application of computer technology within law firms. This undergraduate certificate is designed to prepare you for the demands of a modern legal administrative role.
You will study this program full-time on campus over one year, engaging with a curriculum that covers legal office procedures, corporate law, wills and estates, and litigation. The learning experience includes hands-on application of legal administrative computer applications and culminates in a valuable work experience or project component, LGLA 1399. Upon completion, you will graduate with the specific skills and understanding needed to secure administrative positions in various legal settings, ready to contribute effectively from day one.