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Leap into Legal - introducing the world of the law firm
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Leap into Legal - introducing the world of the law firm
Learn all about working in a law firm - a foundation for your future career in law
Created byMrs Annette Brown, Joanne Humber
Last updated 8/2025
English
What you'll learn
- Understand the business of law and the legal environment
- Understand the different types of law firms and practice areas
- Learn how law firms generate income and engage with clients
- Learn and understand how specialist technology is used within a law firm
- Understand the importance of compliance with regulations and data security
- Learn and understand the use of templates, precedents, email and document management
- Understand the importance of time management and fee structures
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Course content
10 sections • 10 lectures • 5h 12m total length
Requirements
- This course is open to anyone who wants to make the leap into the world of legal. It will give you an insight into how a law firm works and provide a foundation for future learning.
- No experience needed, ideal for anyone who is new to or returning to the legal environment
Description
Leap into Legal is the best way to learn all about the business of law. Developed by Annette Brown and Joanne Humber who have spent decades working in the legal environment both in the UK and overseas this 10 module course is the place to start your journey into this fascinating world.
You will find out about the different types of firm, the various practice areas and how the business services teams support the legal professionals. You will understand how a law firm generates its income, the typical fee structures and the principles of time management. You will learn about how law firms interact with their clients and provide a wide range of services.
Law firms must ensure the security of the data they store and that they comply with the many complex regulations which prevent money-laundering and data breaches. Everyone who works in a law firm has an important role to play to ensure the security and confidentiality of client data. Whether it is via online tools or in person client meetings need to be carefully managed and scheduled.
The legal environment is unique and challenging so with Leap into Legal as the foundation of your knowledge you have a head start whether you are a law graduate, an apprentice, a returner or are considering a career in the law.
Who this course is for:
- This course is open to anyone who has an interest in the legal world. From office junior to law graduate or for more advanced students who want to make the leap from other sectors into legal.