Online Certificate in Contemporary Law Office Technology

This certificate offers a comprehensive examination of technology and computer functions in the contemporary law office, including an understanding of the use of legal specific software programs and the impact of court rules and procedures concerning electronic filings and discovery procedures. Students explore and understand issues of legal ethics and professional liability related to technology as well as concepts of computer network security and the interface of paralegals and other technology users. Completion of this course will provide students a thorough understanding of the use of computers and technology in researching factual and legal issues and also in locating and using specific software programs.

This course begins on Nov. 16, 2009.

Registration: $595.00