Family Law - Legal Assistant Course

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Build the practical, job-ready skills you need to support attorneys and clients in a fast-paced family law practice. This Family Law – Legal Assistant Course introduces the core legal concepts and day-to-day office procedures used in divorce, custody, support, and related family court matters—so you can confidently assist with case preparation, filings, and client communication.

What You’ll Learn

Family court overview: terminology, parties, venues, and common case timelines
Divorce & separation basics: key issues, filings, and typical court processes
Child custody & parenting plans: legal concepts, best-interest factors, schedules, and documentation
Child support & spousal support (overview): how support is addressed, common inputs, and enforcement concepts
Domestic violence & protection orders: procedures, safety considerations, and documentation support
Pleadings & motions: drafting support, formatting, exhibits, and proofing for accuracy
Service of process & notices: methods, requirements, and tracking completion
Discovery fundamentals: requests, responses, subpoenas (overview), and document organization
Settlement & mediation support: preparing packets, summarizing issues, and managing follow-ups
Court filings & calendar control: e-filing basics, hearing preparation, checklists, and deadline tracking
Ethics & professionalism: confidentiality, boundaries, and trauma-informed communication