Start Your Career as a Legal Assistant

Are you interested in becoming a legal assistant? Legal assistants are trained professionals who support lawyers and paralegals by handling legal paperwork, maintaining files and databases, and assisting in research and drafting documents such as affidavits.

At Columbia College in Calgary, you can enroll in our Legal Assistant Professional Program, a 25-week intensive training designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the legal field.

Why Choose Columbia College’s Legal Assistant Professional Program?

Our program is developed in collaboration with industry professionals and top Calgary recruitment firms, ensuring that students receive practical, job-focused training. Unlike other programs, we streamline our curriculum to focus only on the most critical skills, knowledge, and behaviors required for a legal assistant.

Program Structure

• Duration: 25 weeks (divided into five 5-week semesters)
• Course Load:
  • The first four semesters each cover three legal courses, totaling 108 contact hours per semester
  • The final semester includes an additional Saturday class and a 160-hour practicum, providing hands-on legal experience
• Flexible Study Options: Full-time and part-time classes available
• Career & Employment Support: Assistance with job placement after program completion

Key Skills You’ll Develop

Legal assistants require a strong foundation in multiple skill areas to thrive in the field. Our program helps you develop:

✔ Computer Skills – Legal research, document maintenance, and preparation using industry-standard software.
✔ Communication Skills – Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication to interact with clients, legal teams, and other professionals.
✔ Research Skills – Ability to track down case information, facts, and evidence effectively.
✔ Organizational Skills – Managing multiple cases simultaneously while ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

Career Advancement Opportunities

Graduates of our Legal Assistant Professional Program often advance their careers by gaining experience and later pursuing roles as paralegals, allowing them to work more closely with legal proceedings.

So why wait? Take the first step toward your legal career today! Learn more about our Admission Process and Program Details.