Study Legal and Criminal Justice Office Management at Rasmussen College

Is Legal and Criminal Justice Training the Right Choice for You? You be the Judge.

For as long as humans have observed the rule of law, criminals and lawbreakers have defied it. With Criminal Justice training from Rasmussen College, you can help put criminals behind bars. The legal system is an intricate combination of law enforcement, prosecutors, attorneys and the courts. With so many competing priorities, organization and communication are key challenges. Legal Administrators perform the crucial task of organizing information that pertains to prosecutions and legal proceedings. Utilizing electronic information systems, they provide offender data when requested and aid in communication among various agencies.

If making a difference is important to you, Criminal Justice training is the first step to a meaningful career. Around the nation, hundreds of thousands of police officers are working to keep our streets safe, but apprehending criminals is just the first step in delivering justice to offenders. The investigations, interviews, and analysis that follow require selflessness and teamwork from support personnel. With behind-the-scenes administrative support, the courts can prosecute, punish and rehabilitate criminals. It's all a part of maintaining a safe and just society. If you want to help defend the innocent and keep criminals off the streets, it's time to consider Criminal Justice training.

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Note: Degree offered at all on-ground locations except the Rockford Campus.

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In 1900, Walter Rasmussen founded Rasmussen College to prepare young people for exciting careers. More than 100 years later, we're following in his footsteps. Through the depression, two World Wars, and the birth of the internet, our mission has stayed the same. We help people transform their lives through education. If you're ready to learn more, earn more and be more, we invite you to become a part of the Rasmussen College tradition.

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What You Will Learn in Your Legal/Criminal Justice Office Management Training

The Criminal Justice training gained through our Legal / Criminal Justice Office Management program, will prepare you with the skill set you need to succeed in the legal arena.

You will learn all about:

  • Introduction to Criminal Justice
  • Law I and II
  • Legal Office Procedures
  • Legal Terminology
  • Legal Document Processing and Transcription
  • Customer Service
  • Professional Presentations
  • Success Strategies
  • Career Development
  • Professional Communication
  • …plus, much more

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What You Do in Legal/Criminal Justice Office Management

If you like monotony and boring routines, a career in a Criminal Justice office isn’t for you. As an Administrator in the Legal system, you'll face unique challenges everyday, such as:

  • Assist attorneys in collecting information such as employment, medical, and other records
  • Attend legal meetings, such as client interviews, hearings, or depositions, and take notes
  • Complete various forms, such as accident reports, trial and courtroom requests, and applications for clients
  • Draft and type office memos
  • Mail, fax, or arrange for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials
  • Make photocopies of correspondence, documents, and other printed matter
  • Organize and maintain law libraries, documents, and case files
  • Prepare and process legal documents and papers, such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, and pretrial agreements
  • Receive and place telephone calls
  • Review legal publications and perform database searches to identify laws and court decisions relevant to pending cases
  • Schedule and make appointments
  • Submit articles and information from searches to attorneys for review and approval for use

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You may also be interested in:

  • Paralegal
  • Criminal Justice
  • Medical
  • Small Business Management
  • If you would like more information, please call us at (888) 549-6755. Speak with one of our Admission Representatives who will be happy to tell you all about how Rasmussen College can help you get the great career you’ve always wanted.

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