TAFE NSW
Diploma of Paralegal Services
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Develop the skills and knowledge to work in a law firm as a legal assistant or paralegal. Learn to support clients and lawyers across family, property and corporate law. If a law degree is your goal, this course is a strong step in that direction.
Delivery mode
TAFE NSW offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Traineeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Completed the Certificate IV in Legal Services
- You have completed the following units BSBLEG314 Protect information in a legal services environment, BSBLEG423 Conduct simple legal research, BSBLEG424 Support the drafting of complex legal documents, evidenced by a copy of your academic transcript, or
- Have two years full-time work experience in the legal industry, evidenced through an interview either over the phone or in person
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Paralegal Services will prepare you for the following roles.
Legal Administrator
A Legal Administrator works in a court or legal practice performing administrative duties. This may involve general administration tasks like filin...
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 helpin...
Legal Receptionist
A Legal Receptionist performs administrative duties at a legal practice or in a courthouse. You might greet clients and answer phone calls or respo...
Legal Secretary
A Legal Secretary’s role involves performing secretarial duties for other people working in the legal industry. Your work might include supporting...
Paralegal
Paralegals play an important role in legal proceedings by assisting lawyers and other legal professionals to prepare for cases. You’ll help prepare...
Family Lawyer
A Family Lawyer specialises in legal proceedings involving family law such as divorce settlements or dealing with wills. You might represent a clie...
Immigration Consultant
Immigration Consultants provide advisory services to individuals (and families) who want to migrate to Australia. They prepare and lodge visa appli...
Legal Researcher
A Legal Researcher investigates and analyses legal information to support lawyers, judges, and other legal professionals. You might work in law fir...
Legal Aid Lawyer
A Legal Aid Lawyer provides legal representation and advice to individuals who cannot afford private legal services. You might work in legal aid or...
In House Counsel
An In-House Counsel provides legal advice and representation within an organisation. You might work in a corporate setting, non-profit, or governme...
Arbitrator
An Arbitrator helps resolve disputes between parties outside of the courtroom. You might work in commercial, employment, or international settings....
Government Lawyer
A Government Lawyer provides legal advice and representation to government departments and agencies. You might work in areas such as policy develop...
Corporate Lawyer
A Corporate Lawyer provides legal expertise to businesses and corporations. You might work in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, corporate gov...
Community Lawyer
A Community Lawyer provides legal support and advocacy for individuals and groups within the community. You might work in non-profit organisations,...
Parliamentary Counsel
A Parliamentary Counsel provides legal expertise and support to government members in drafting and reviewing legislation. You might work within a p...
Human Rights Lawyer
A Human Rights Lawyer advocates for individuals and groups whose rights have been violated. You might work for non-profit organisations, government...
Public Prosecutor
A Public Prosecutor represents the state in criminal proceedings. You might work in local, state, or federal courts. Public Prosecutors focus on pr...
About TAFE NSW
TAFE NSW is the leading provider of vocational education and training in Australia. Each year, more than 430,000 students enrol in our courses and training. We aim to skill the workforce for the future through high quality, personalised education and training.
