The two-year Office Administration - Legal Ontario College Diploma program prepares you for a rewarding career in a variety of legal office environments. Develop essential legal theoretical and applied skills by engaging in extensive learning in a simulated office in the areas of wills and estates, real estate, corporate law, litigation and family law. Apply your knowledge by preparing client files, producing documents using specialized legal software and Microsoft Office applications, transcribing, citing, applying accounting practices, and learning how to manage a legal office. You also have the opportunity to participate in a legal environment work placement allowing you to practice your skills. Upon graduation, you may find employment as a legal assistant in various legal environments such as law firms, corporations, real estate offices, courts, government departments, insurance and trust companies, and agencies. While working on this legal diploma, you may opt to complete three additional courses at additional cost and graduate with a second diploma in Office Administration - Executive. SUCCESS FACTORS This program is well-suited for students who: Have an interest and aptitude in computer and technology applications and enjoy a hands-on approach to learning. Have a strong interest in the legal environment. Possess strong communication (written, verbal, technology) and interpersonal abilities. Are well-organized, pay attention to detail, work effectively under time constraints, multi-task and require minimal supervision. Have the ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time. Possess basic numeracy skills.