LAW 103 - Introduction to the Legal Office

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Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): One year secretarial experience or completion of an accredited secretarial program or consent of instructor. Recommended Preparation: Basic knowledge of word processing software and keyboarding speed of 50+ words per minute are highly recommended. LAW 103 introduces the student to the legal office environment. Topics include an overview of the court systems, the general operation of a legal office, office equipment, law office accounting and procedures, law office protocol and ethics, written communication, legal terminology, and transcription. Upon successful completion of LAW 103, the student should be able to: Understand and perform the duties of a legal secretary. Identify the functions of various courts. Demonstrate an understanding of the procedures involved in basic law office accounting. Recognize and understand basic legal terminology. Demonstrate knowledge of office equipment. Understand and apply basic concepts of legal ethics and protocol. Demonstrate the operation of transcribing equipment and the ability to transcribe in mailable format. Compose general letters and memos in a legal office. Proofread and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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