Sydney

Legal Assistant

A Legal Assistant works with other legal professionals in a court or lawyer’s office. Your daily activities will be varied but could involve helping to prepare legal documents, assisting clients to get ready for a court appearance or gathering information needed for a legal case. You might have to do some research to help with an upcoming trial and will need a strong knowledge of the legal system. Legal Assistants will also have to perform some administrative tasks during their day.

Legal Assistants need to be thorough and have good attention to detail. It’s important that you can follow instructions and work well as part of larger team. You’ll need good people skills and you’ll have to be a good communicator. Legal Assistants will usually be working with many clients at any one time so you’ll need to have good time management skills and be able to multi-task.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $72,800
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a legal assistant?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
BSB50720

Diploma of Paralegal Services
On Campus, Online
12 months
$9,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Legal Administrator Legal Assistant Legal Receptionist
Legal Secretary Paralegal
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Legal Administrator Legal Assistant Legal Receptionist Legal Secretary Paralegal + 2 more
Recommended
BSB40620

Certificate IV in Legal Services
Online, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $7,700
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Paralegal Legal Secretary Legal Receptionist
Legal Assistant Legal Administrator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Paralegal Legal Secretary Legal Receptionist Legal Assistant Legal Administrator + 2 more
BSB30320

Certificate III in Legal Services
Online, Traineeship
6 - 15 months
$0 - $6,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Legal Secretary Legal Receptionist Legal Assistant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Legal Secretary Legal Receptionist Legal Assistant
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Related occupations

Paralegal

Paralegals assist legal professionals by preparing court materials, conducting research, managing paperwork, and communicating with clients and witnesses.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Beginner

Common questions

How can I become a legal assistant?

To become a legal assistant in Sydney, you may want to consider completing the Certificate IV in Legal Services. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.

Are there training providers in Sydney?

You can train to become a legal assistant by completing a qualification with Melissa Mahoney Legal College. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.

What study modes are available?

There are several campuses within the Sydney area that provide legal assistant training. The closest campus is 32km away from the center of Sydney. You can also study a legal assistant course through online learning. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.

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