Legal Administrator Courses
A Legal Administrator handles admin duties, including document prep, financial tasks, and teamwork, ensuring accuracy and managing multiple tasks.
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How do I become a Legal Administrator
Get qualified to work as a Legal Administrator with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
BSB50720
Duration
4 weeks - 12 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Become a paralegal with the BSB50720 Diploma of Paralegal Services. This nationally recognised business qualification will help you gain an in-depth understanding of the Australian legal system, and delivers the administrative skills you need to support a team of law professionals. The course covers: carrying out legal research, maintaining a legal filing system, writing complex documents, communicating in a legal services environment, and following legal instructions. You’ll also have the opportunity to ...
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Duration
4 weeks - 12 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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BSB40620
Duration
6 months - 18 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Get an administrative role at a law firm or legal office with the BSB40620 Certificate IV in Legal Services. This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to the Australian legal system, while delivering a range of administrative skills and legal knowledge. The course covers: protecting information, carrying out simple legal research, assisting with the preparation of legal documents, communicating in a legal office, maintaining a legal filing system, legal principles of contract and tort law ma...
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Duration
6 months - 18 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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BSB30415
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Blended, On Campus, Online
The Certificate III in Business Administration is an entry level course perfect for students seeking careers in office and business environments or already working in roles like Office Assistant, Receptionist, Junior Personal Assistant or Payroll Officer. Students will gain immediate skills in keyboard speed and accuracy then develop further skills in processing accounts payable/receivable/payroll, time management and customer service.
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BSB31012
Work at a public courthouse or in a private law practice with a Certificate III in Business Administration (Legal) (BSB31012). Gain essential keyboarding, document production and administration skills -- at the same time learning legal terminology, records management, and how to deliver court documentation. Enquire now for the full course schedule and enrolment options.
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How much does a Legal Administrator earn?
In Australia, a full time Legal Administrator generally earns $1,395 per week ($72,540 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Legal Administrator?
In Australia, there are 9,100 people currently working in the legal administrative industry and many of these are hired as Legal Administrators. This number of people in this profession has dropped slightly over the last five years. Legal Administrator jobs can be found in all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Legal Administrator?
A Certificate III in Business Administration (Legal) is a great qualification if you’re thinking of a Legal Administrator career. You could also enrol in a Certificate IV in Legal Services or a Diploma of Legal Services.
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Acquire specialised skills in property transactions and document preparation, essential for a successful career in conveyancing. Pathways for domestic and international students.
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Specialise in diverse legal fields, develop skills in legal services and administration, and prepare for roles in law firms and courts. Pathways for domestic and international students.
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Gain the skill to make a meaningful impact in the legal sector, specialising in roles such as paralegals, court administration, and law firm support.
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A Legal Administrator works in a court or legal practice performing administrative duties. This may involve general administration tasks like filing or preparing documents or may include work on the financial side of legal administration with some accounting, budgeting and financial analysis involved. A Legal Administrator will work closely with lawyers and paralegals and will have a strong understanding of legal processes.
Teamwork skills are essential for a Legal Administrator. You’ll need to be able to work on multiple tasks at once and have a good eye for detail. Time management skills are important and it’s crucial you can manage your own work schedule. Legal Administrators should be able to work with a range of people and have strong communication skills. You’ll need to be good with numbers and be able to use office software systems.
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