Introduction to Canadian Law & Legal Systems
- Court structures, jurisdiction, and legal hierarchies
- Legal ethics, confidentiality, and professional standards
- Legal research fundamentals and citation methods
About
About the program
The Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma delivers intensive, specialized instruction in Canadian legal procedures, litigation document preparation, corporate law administration, real estate conveyancing, wills and estates, and family law.
The 44-week program follows a published schedule of 20 hours per week and combines instructor-led legal and administrative training with a 320-hour supervised legal practicum.
Outlook
Salary & employment outlook
Legal administrative assistants maintain specialized documentation, court filings, and confidential communications across law firms and corporate legal teams.
$21.00Low / h
$32.00Median / h
$45.00High / h
Wage information is provided for general informational purposes only and is based on labour market data published by the Government of Canada. Salary estimates may vary depending on education, experience, employer, geographic location, and current labour market conditions. Program completion does not guarantee employment or a specific salary. Source: Government of Canada Job Bank, Legal administrative assistants (NOC 13111), Alberta, checked October 1, 2026.
Curriculum
Course information
This program is structured into clear, actionable modules that build your knowledge from fundamental principles to advanced strategies.
Civil Litigation & Court Procedures
- Drafting statements of claim, defense, and motions
- Discovery documentation, affidavits, and document disclosure
- Alberta court filing rules, e-filing, and registry processes
Corporate & Commercial Law
- Incorporations, annual returns, and corporate bylaws
- Corporate minute book management and resolutions
- Commercial transactions, contracts, and filings
Real Estate & Conveyancing
- Purchase and sale contract documentation
- Title searches, liens, and mortgage registration
- Closing adjustments, statements of account, and payouts
Wills, Estates & Family Law
- Drafting wills, powers of attorney, and personal directives
- Probate applications and estate administration files
- Divorce petitions, child support guidelines, and separation agreements
Legal Office Practicum
- Supervised hands-on placement in a legal environment
- Application of legal software (PC Law / Clio / CosmoLex)
- Practicum evaluation and professional portfolio review
Program Highlights
- 44-week focused legal training diploma (1,040 total hours: 720 instructional and 320 practicum)
- Comprehensive coverage of civil litigation, corporate law, real estate, and family law
- Hands-on experience with legal billing, court registry forms, and transcription
- Supervised legal office practicum placement
- Prepares graduates for NOC 13111 legal administrative assistant roles across Alberta
Learning Objectives
- Draft pleadings, affidavits, subpoenas, and court registry forms
- Manage corporate minute books, filings, and annual returns
- Prepare residential real estate conveyancing and mortgage documentation
- Process wills, probate applications, and power of attorney documents
- Execute legal office billing, trust accounting, and client file management
English-Language Assessment & College Interview
Applicants must successfully complete the institution's admissions process, which may include an entrance assessment and an admissions interview. Where English is not the applicant's first language or prior education was completed outside Canada, proof of English-language proficiency may be required. The interview may be used to confirm the applicant's communication ability and readiness for the program. Final requirements must be confirmed before enrolment.
Admission requirements
Admission is decided by the partner college.
- Alberta High School Diploma or equivalent (or mature student status)
- Strong English grammar, writing, and keyboarding skills
- Basic computer literacy and proficiency in document processing
- Admissions review and interview
Outline
Course outline
| Course | Hours / Focus |
|---|---|
| Business Mathematics | 30 h · calculations used in office and business settings |
| Computer Applications | 80 h · Microsoft Office and document production |
| Business English & Communication | 90 h · grammar, professional writing and oral communication |
| Principles of Canadian Law & Ethics | 60 h · legal system, terminology and professional conduct |
| General Law Office | 80 h · office procedures, trust accounting, privacy and drafting |
| Legal Office Applications & Transcription | 80 h · legal software, research tools and transcription |
| Wills & Estates | 60 h · wills, intestacy and estate administration |
| Real Estate Law | 40 h · conveyancing, title, mortgages and transfers |
| Civil Litigation | 60 h · court processes, documents and limitation periods |
| Family Law | 40 h · divorce, support, parenting and property procedures |
| Corporate & Commercial Law | 40 h · incorporation, minute books and commercial documents |
| Career Management | 60 h · job-search and employment skills |
| Practicum | 320 h · supervised placement in a legal environment |
Career opportunities
- Legal Administrative Assistant
- Litigation Assistant
- Corporate Legal Assistant
- Real Estate Conveyancer
- Court Registry Clerk
- Legal Office Receptionist
Employment opportunities
- Private Law Firms (Boutique & Full-Service)
- Corporate Legal Departments
- Government Legal Branches & Crown Counsel
- Real Estate & Title Insurance Companies
Costs
Tuition, fees and funding
Tuition, fees, payment options and refund rules are set by the partner college. Your advisor will share its fee and refund details before you apply.
Our service is free to you. Alpha Community Outreach is a private student-recruitment agency. Partner colleges pay Alpha when a student we have helped enrolls.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Do I need prior experience?
No prior experience is necessary. The program is designed to take you from a beginner level to job-ready, covering all foundational concepts before moving to advanced strategies.
Can I work while taking the program?
The published schedule is 20 hours per week, online, plus a 320-hour supervised practicum. Confirm the class and practicum schedule with the partner college before planning work around it.
What career support is offered?
The partner college provides the program's career management course (60 hours), covering job-search and employment skills. Program completion does not guarantee employment.
Who is Alpha Community Outreach?
Alpha is a private student-recruitment agency. We are not a college and not a government agency. [Approved program title] is offered by one of our partner colleges, which sets admission, tuition and graduation requirements.
Does Alpha get paid if I enrol?
Yes. The college pays Alpha when a student we have helped enrolls. You never pay Alpha anything.
Can you help with immigration or study permits?
No. We can't give immigration advice. For questions about permits or status, please speak to a licensed immigration consultant or lawyer.
Contact
Alberta team
Alpha Community Outreach – Edmonton Office (head office)11717 42 Street NW, Suite 250, Edmonton, Alberta T5W 4V8+1 (780) 784-8000 · admin.ab@acoonline.ca
Alpha Community Outreach – Calgary Office (appointments only)1830 52 Street SE, Suite 222, Calgary, Alberta T2B 1N1+1 587-329-2061 · alpha.cal@acoonline.ca