Description
Legal assistants work closely together with lawyers and legal representatives in the research and preparation of cases brought to courts. They assist in the paper work of cases and management of the administrative side of court affairs.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
handle case evidenceuse word processing softwarepose questions referring to documentsstudy court hearingsrevise legal documentsmeet deadlines for preparing legal casesmanage accountsexecute working instructionscompile legal documentsapply technical communication skillsperform office routine activitiesprocess commissioned instructionsperform clerical dutiesassist judgebrief court officialsrecord court proceduresadvise on legal servicesrespond to enquiriesproofread textmanage personnel agenda