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Paralegal, Legal Secretary & UK Employment Law Training – CPD Certified
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Updated On: September 2026 | CPD Certified | 30+ Trending Topics | Free Certificate | Tutor Support

Summary

Price
£15.49 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand 
Course format
13 Videos (with subtitles and transcripts) and 2 PDFs
Duration
3 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
  • CPD Accredited Certificate (Digital/PDF) - £9
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  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

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## Last Updated On: September 2026 | 5 Trending Topics Included | CPD Accredited | Industry Standard Curriculum | Flexible Online Learning ##

Did you know legal support professionals play a vital role in thousands of legal cases, contracts, and workplace matters across the UK every year? How do paralegals and legal secretaries help legal teams manage complex documentation and procedures? This Paralegal, Legal Secretary & UK Employment Law Training course develops essential legal knowledge. Explore this programme to build confidence in professional legal support work.

This course reflects real legal office responsibilities where professionals conduct legal research, prepare documents, manage case files, and support solicitors. You will learn legal writing, contract law, litigation procedures, and employment law principles used in everyday legal practice. These practical skills help ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficient case management.

You will also explore criminal law, family law, property law, dispute resolution, and estate administration processes. The course helps you understand how legal professionals support clients and legal proceedings across different areas of law. These industry-relevant skills prepare you for opportunities in paralegal services, legal administration, legal secretary roles, and office-based legal support positions.

Learning Outcomes of Our Paralegal, Legal Secretary & UK Employment Law Training – CPD Certified Programme

  • Understand UK legal-system structure principles
  • Apply legal-research professional-writing skills effectively
  • Identify contract, tort, and criminal-law principles
  • Develop civil litigation court procedure practical knowledge
  • Build employment-law workplace-framework understanding confidently
  • Explore property, family, wills, and estate-administration principles

Why Choose LEARNERA?

  • CPD-Accredited Certification.
  • Lifetime Course Access.
  • No Prior Experience Needed.
  • Interactive Learning Materials.
  • Career Support Tools.
  • Accessible on Any Device.
  • One-Time Payment.
  • Expert Tutor Support.

Here's What Our Learners Say About LEARNERA

★★★★★
11 February 2026 — Hannah Lewis
"Really clear content. The employment law and paralegal modules were genuinely helpful."

★★★★★
5 May 2026 — Ella Harris
"Excellent course. Legal concepts explained simply and in a very practical way."

★★★★★
18 October 2025 — Mia Evans
"Loved the structure. UK employment law training content was easy to follow throughout."

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Curriculum

This course contains

Format: 13 Videos (with subtitles and transcripts) and 2 PDFs

Duration: 2h and 59m

Description

Paralegal, Legal Secretary & UK Employment Law Training

Module 01: Introduction to the UK Legal System and Legal Practice
• Explores structure and function of the UK legal system clearly.
• Covers how courts, tribunals, and legal institutions operate in practice.
• Helps learners build solid foundation in UK legal processes.

Module 02: Legal Research and Professional Legal Writing Skills
• Introduces methods for conducting accurate and reliable legal research.
• Covers writing professional legal documents in clear structured formats.
• Helps learners develop communication skills valued in legal practice.

Module 03: Legal Ethics and Professional Conduct in Practice
• Explores ethical principles that guide legal professionals in practice.
• Covers standards of conduct expected within legal environments.
• Helps learners understand importance of ethical behaviour in law.

Module 04: Contract Law Principles and Application
• Examines core principles of contract law and contract formation.
• Covers how contracts apply to business and personal agreements.
• Helps learners understand rights, obligations, and disputes clearly.

Module 05: Tort Law and Civil Liability
• Introduces tort law and how civil liability is established.
• Covers negligence, duty of care, and breach of duty principles.
• Helps learners understand real-life applications of civil law.

Module 06: Criminal Law and Procedure in the UK Legal System
• Explores principles of criminal law and case handling processes.
• Covers arrest procedures, charging, and court processes clearly.
• Helps learners understand the criminal justice system in practice.

Module 07: Civil Litigation and Court Procedures
• Covers step-by-step process of bringing and defending civil claims.
• Explores evidence, hearings, and judgments in civil courts.
• Helps learners understand civil litigation procedural frameworks.

Module 08: Alternative Dispute Resolution Methods and Practice
• Introduces mediation, arbitration, and negotiation dispute methods.
• Covers when ADR is used instead of court proceedings.
• Helps learners understand out-of-court dispute resolution options.

Module 09: Property Law and Legal Ownership Principles
• Explores rules governing property ownership and transfer in UK.
• Covers freehold, leasehold, and basic conveyancing principles.
• Helps learners understand residential and commercial property law.

Module 10: Family Law and Domestic Legal Matters
• Covers legal frameworks for marriage, divorce, and children.
• Explores how family law resolves domestic disputes legally.
• Helps learners understand legal processes in family matters.

Module 11: Employment Law and Workplace Legal Frameworks
• Examines key principles of UK employment law and rights.
• Covers contracts, dismissal, discrimination, and tribunal procedures.
• Helps learners understand workplace legal frameworks in practice.

Module 12: Business Law for Paralegals and Legal Secretaries
• Explores business structures, agreements, and company law basics.
• Covers how business law applies across different organisations.
• Helps learners understand legal aspects of running businesses.

Module 13: Wills, Probate and Estate Administration
• Introduces wills, probate process, and estate administration rules.
• Covers executors, intestacy laws, and estate distribution procedures.
• Helps learners understand UK estate administration processes clearly.

Who is this course for?

Paralegal, Legal Secretary & UK Employment Law Training

  • Aspiring paralegals and legal secretaries.
  • HR and business administration professionals.
  • Office workers in legal environments.
  • Beginners interested in UK law.

Please Note: This course is designed to support your personal growth and skill development. After completing this course, learners can pursue the professional qualification courses.

Requirements

Paralegal, Legal Secretary & UK Employment Law Training

No prior qualifications are needed for Learners to enrol on this course.

Career path

Paralegal, Legal Secretary & UK Employment Law Training

  • Legal Secretary: £20,000 - £35,000
  • Paralegal: £25,000 - £40,000
  • Office Manager (Legal): £25,000 - £45,000
  • Customer Service Representative (Legal): £18,000 - £28,000
  • Compliance Officer (Legal): £30,000 - £50,000

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