Business Office Technology - Technology in the Law Office

Technology in the Law Office (BTEC 1145)

Total Credits: 3
Lecture Credits: 2.00
Lab Credits: 1.00

Description: This course builds a strong foundation in technology concepts, applications and vocabulary for students to work effectively in today's law office. You will develop a hands-on understanding of industry standard legal software programs to include case and office management; trial preparation and graphics; attorney time entry; and legal documents in Word. You will review case studies, legal ethics and electronic case filing. You will learn technical legal terminology. Must be taken A-F.

Topical Outline:

Learning Outcomes:
1. 1. Be familiar with different classes of software and the functions they perform in a law office
2. 2. Understand the heightened role of ethics, confidentiality, and document security when utilizing technology
3. 3. Research and make necessary adjustments in using software in discovery and trial practice based on court rules

Prerequisites: 

BTEC 1060.