Being a paralegal isn’t about coffee runs or courtroom dramas—it’s about clarity, communication, and knowing when “liable” doesn’t mean “guilty.” This course takes you through the essentials of working within legal support roles, focusing on law systems, terminology, and professional etiquette.
Whether it's business law, family matters, or criminal concerns, you’ll cover a variety of legal areas while strengthening your ability to operate within a legal workplace. With a focus on written and verbal communication, this course helps you avoid legal foot-in-mouth moments with style.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the role and responsibilities of modern-day paralegals.
- Use key legal terminology with confidence and appropriate context.
- Communicate clearly and professionally in legal workplace settings.
- Identify fundamental elements in civil, criminal, and family law.
- Explore contract, business, and employment law foundations.
- Navigate core functions of legal systems in the UK framework.
Who is this Course For:
- Aspiring paralegals seeking structured legal knowledge.
- Legal support staff aiming to refine their understanding.
- Admin professionals working alongside legal teams.
- Jobseekers exploring a career within legal documentation.
- Office workers handling legal correspondence and files.
- Graduates interested in legal sector employment pathways.
- Professionals involved in legal compliance and terminology.
- Career changers exploring non-barrister legal roles.
Career Path:
- Paralegal – £28,500/year (average UK salary)
- Legal Assistant – £26,000/year
- Court Clerk – £25,000/year
- Legal Administrator – £24,300/year
- Conveyancing Assistant – £27,200/year
- Legal Secretary – £25,500/year
