Legal Assistants are trained to provide administrative support to lawyers, legal departments or government organizations in the legal and justice system. Individuals in this role may be responsible for preparing legal documents, maintaining records and files, and conducting research. They may also prepare wills, real estate transactions, court reports and affidavits. This program provides an overview of the communication skills, people skills and computer skills necessary to work as a Legal Assistant. Areas of study include word-processing and computer skills, legal office procedures, family law, wills and estates, corporate law, litigation, and real estate purchase, sales and contracts.