SECTOR SPOTLIGHT ON LEGAL SERVICES
Court Usher
A court usher works in a law court . Their job role involves escorting participants to the courtroom , getting them refreshments and ensuring secure transaction of legal documents in the courtroom . They also decide the order of cases .
How to become a court usher There are no formal qualifications to become a court usher , however , there might be opportunities to work to the following qualifications ( NVQs ):
Level 2 in court / tribunal administration and court / tribunal operations Level 3 in court operations Level 3 in witness care
Legal Secretary
A legal secretary is typically responsible for maintaining regular communication with clients .
They ensure that the client is kept up to date and informed of how the case is progressing . A legal secretary will also schedule appointments , depositions and arbitration hearings , as well as other meetings . They may also need to produce legal letters and documents as well as ensuring files are organised and archived .
How to become a legal secretary There are no specific qualifications for becoming a legal secretary . However , administrative experience and skills will help . You could gain this experience by undertaking a course or apprenticeship .
Visit the Institute of Legal Secretaries for more information .
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There are no specific qualifications for becoming a legal secretary . However , administrative experience and skills will help .