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Bring order to law.

Launch a career in administrative support and first-line supervision.

This certificate prepares you to support attorneys and legal teams through hands-on training in legal documents, terminology and office procedures.

You鈥檒l develop strong skills in advanced word processing, proofreading and professional communication, along with a solid understanding of legal workflows and expectations. The program emphasizes accuracy, organization and professionalism, which are essential in fast-paced legal environments.

Graduates are prepared for roles such as legal office assistant or legal administrative assistant in law firms, corporate legal departments and government agencies.

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This program prepares students for careers in administrative support and first-line supervision.

Graduates of this certificate are prepared for roles supporting attorneys and legal teams in a variety of professional settings. Opportunities may include positions such as legal office assistant, legal administrative assistant or support staff in law firms, corporate legal departments and government agencies.

In these roles, you鈥檒l use skills in legal document preparation, advanced computer applications, proofreading and professional communication to keep offices organized and running efficiently.

The Legal Office Professional Certificate at Moraine Valley is designed to be completed in about one year.

The Legal Office Professional Certificate at Moraine Valley typically can be completed in about one year when attending full time.

This program prepares students for administrative roles in legal settings, with training in legal terminology, procedures and document preparation. Graduates build strong skills in computer applications, communication and office procedures, along with the professionalism and attention to detail required in legal environments.

Potential careers as a Legal Office Professional

The Legal Office Professional Certificate prepares you for roles supporting attorneys and legal teams in a variety of professional settings, including law firms, corporate legal departments and government agencies.
Graduates are prepared for positions such as legal office assistant or legal administrative assistant. In these roles, you鈥檒l handle legal documents, manage case files, coordinate schedules and support daily operations within a legal environment.

Legal Office Assistant
File Clerk
Legal Receptionist
Legal Administrative Assistant
Legal Secretary
Paralegal Assistant
Court Clerk
Law Office Administrator
Legal Intake Specialist

Employment Outlook

About 354,000 openings for secretaries and administrative assistants are projected each year, on average, over the decade.

All of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$22.82

Median Hourly Pay

$47,460

Median Annual Salary

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Explore credentials within this program

These degree and certificates are part of the same program and allow you to explore specialized areas, with some designed for graduates looking to advance their skills.

  • Office Technology A.A.S.
  • Office Assistant Certificate
  • Microsoft Office Specialist Certificate
  • Data Entry Certificate

This program prepares students to utilize a keyboard to enter data from source documents into a computer, with students completing tasks such as entering alphabetic, numeric, or symbolic keystrokes. Students learn to compile, sort, and verify the accuracy of data to be entered. Keyboarding accuracy is stressed.

This program prepares students for positions as administrative assistants in a legal office. Graduates are skilled in office applications with an emphasis on advanced word processing, legal terminology and legal procedures. Graduates of this program must possess a high degree of professionalism, as well as superior keyboarding, word processing, language skills, and proofreading skills.

Program prerequisite: keyboarding skill of 40 net words per minute by touch. Students who need to reach this skill level must enroll in OSA-100 Keyboarding & Basic Formatting (3 credit hours).

This program prepares students for positions as receptionists and office assistants. Students learn proper techniques and procedures for greeting visitors, handling incoming calls, sorting and routing incoming materials, and performing general administrative duties. Filing, document formatting, and language skills are emphasized.

Program prerequisite: keyboarding skill of 40 wpm by touch. Students who need to reach this skill level must enroll in OSA-100 Keyboarding & Basic Formatting (3 credit hours).

This program is appropriate for any individual who wishes to become proficient in computer applications to further advance his or her current position or to open doors to new opportunities in the workplace. This certificate may be applied to the Administrative Assistant certificate and the A.A.S. degree in Office Systems and Applications. Students pursuing certificates and degrees in business should consider this certificate as well. Courses in this certificate prepare students for Microsoft Office Specialist certification.

Program prerequisites: keyboarding skill of 40 wpm by touch. Students who need to reach this skill level must enroll in OSA-100 (3 credit), Keyboarding & Basic Formatting.  Students with little or no knowledge of microcomputers should also enroll in IMS-100, Personal Computer Basics.

This program prepares students for administrative assistant positions in medical offices or in health-related industries. Students gain knowledge of administrative and receptionist duties, medical transcription, and data entry. They will be prepared to produce reports, schedule appointments, answer telephones, and interact with vendors and patients. Familiarity with medical terminology, filing procedures, and computer applications is included.

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Move Your Future Forward as a Legal Office Professional

  • Current Administrative Professionals

    Current administrative professionals can benefit from this certificate as a form of professional development, helping you strengthen your skills and grow in your role.

    This program focuses on real workplace needs, building confidence and efficiency in everyday office tasks while preparing you for advancement opportunities.
    Earn a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification
    Improve keyboarding speed and accuracy
    Create clear, professional documents with confidence

Students with Previous Work Experience

Achieved Prior Learning (APL) is a way to earn credit at Moraine Valley for what you already know from prior learning or work experience. It is designed to help students at Moraine Valley obtain college credit without repeating material. Faculty members assess your knowledge through written examinations, interviews and performance tests. 

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Students with work experience and advanced skills should contact the program coordinator for assessment and course substitution information.

Students Preparing to Enter the Workforce

Set yourself apart by preparing to enter the workforce early.

  • Get resume help
  • Participate in mock interviews and internships on campus
  • Explore business communication classes that help you navigate the professional world

Small Business Owners

This certificate also can benefit small business owners by building practical skills to manage daily operations more efficiently. You鈥檒l learn how to use tools and systems that support real business needs, including:

Excel to track inventory and create schedules
QuickBooks to manage finances and budgets
Outlook to organize meetings and calendars
PowerPoint to create professional presentations
Customer service and communication skills to better support clients and train employees

Discover Similar programs

You may also be interested in these programs with similar focus areas and career opportunities.

  • Business Skills Certificate
  • Business Administration Associate A.A.S.
  • Office Assistant Certificate
  • Office Technology A.A.S.
  • Accounting Assistant & Clerk Certificate

Program Details

View the catalog to explore program requirements, a suggested course sequence and prerequisite information.

ProgramType of CredentialCurriculum CodeDepartment or Division
Certificate1316Computer Information & Office Technology

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