Legal Administrative Assisting
Overview
The Legal Administrative Assisting program at Howard High School of Technology teaches students the key skills needed to support legal offices. Students learn how to manage office tasks, share information with staff and clients, and use common office tools like computers, scanners, and phone systems. They also get hands-on practice writing legal documents such as summonses, complaints, and subpoenas. In addition, students learn how to do legal research using the same tools found in law offices and courts. The skills in this program give students a strong start and allow them to explore different jobs in the legal field.
What You’ll Learn
- How to manage office tasks in a legal setting
- How to prepare legal documents like summonses, motions, and subpoenas
- How to use tools like computers, scanners, and phones
- How to communicate and stay organized in a legal office
- How to use software to do legal research
Hands-On Experience
Students use real office tools and computer programs to practice what they learn. They also get experience preparing legal forms and doing legal research. The program helps students feel confident and prepared for real jobs in law offices or other professional workplaces.
Certification
Students may earn:
- National Association of Legal Secretaries (NALS) Certification
Employment Opportunities
During senior year or after graduation:
- Legal Office Assistant
- File Clerk
- Legal Receptionist
- Administrative Support Worker
With 2+ years of training or college:
- Legal Secretary
- Paralegal
- Office Manager
- Law Office Coordinator
Earning Potential Range
Students in this field can earn between $19 and $22 per hour, depending on the job and experience.
Locations
| School Emblem | School Name | Title | Instructor Name |
|---|---|---|---|
 |
HOWARD HIGH SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY | Instructor | Ms. Sarah Johnson |