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Legal Assistant Courses in Adelaide

A Legal Assistant collaborates with legal professionals, preparing documents, assisting clients, conducting research, and managing administrative tasks.

    • AI Exposure: High

      This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.

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  • This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Legal Assistant in Adelaide?

Get qualified to work as a Legal Assistant with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Course providers in Adelaide

The following providers offer Legal Assistant courses in Adelaide, South Australia.
Melissa Mahoney Legal College
31363
3
Australian Careers Business College
90271
1
West Coast Property Training
51792
1
TAFE SA
41026
1
Academic Pavilion
91421
1
Swinburne University of Technology
3059
1
Kangan Institute
3077
1
WEA Sydney
90194
1
Canberra Institute of Technology
0101
1

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Legal Assistant generally earns $1,400 per week ($72,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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While there are 9,100 people in the legal administrative industry in Australia, only a small percentage of these are hired as Legal Assistants. The number of people in this industry has decreased slightly in recent years. Legal Assistants can find work in all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’d like to become a Legal Assistant you could enrol in a Diploma of Legal Services. A Certificate IV in Legal Services or a Certificate III in Business Administration (Legal) would also be suitable qualifications.

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Further reading

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Legal Assistant careers

If you are considering a career in law or seeking to enhance your existing qualifications, exploring Legal Assistant courses in Adelaide is an excellent path. Adelaide offers a diverse range of courses tailored for both beginners and experienced professionals. For those starting out, options such as the Certificate III in Legal Services BSB30320 and the Certificate III in Business Administration (Legal) BSB31015 equip learners with the foundational skills needed to navigate the legal landscape.

Experienced individuals seeking to advance their careers can benefit from more specialised training in Diploma of Paralegal Services BSB50720 and the Advanced Diploma of Conveyancing BSB60220. These Legal Assistant courses in Adelaide not only enhance professional capabilities but also open doors to higher job positions within the legal sector. Furthermore, the courses stand in compliance with industry standards, ensuring that learners receive relevant and recognised qualifications.

Adelaide is home to many reputable Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) that offer these Legal Assistant courses in Adelaide, making it convenient for locals to access quality training. Additionally, specialised fields of study such as Paralegal and Legal Services provide targeted learning experiences. Whether you are entering the field or looking to expand your expertise, Adelaide's landscape of legal education is rich with opportunity.