Course
Computer Essentials for the Legal Professional
LAW-40070
Computer Essentials for the Legal Professional is designed to familiarize students with computer software applications used in the law firm setting. Students will learn fundamental concepts of word processing, spreadsheets, Adobe Professional, billing, and database software. Students will also use Internet-based applications, working with email, and learning how to browse the web for case-related matters.
Technology & Materials Fee Requirement
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENT:
- Working knowledge of Windows-based applications is recommended.
- Mac users please be aware: some formatting instructions are different and may require additional steps if using a Mac instead of a PC.
- Full version of Microsoft Office required. (Internet only version is not sufficient)
- Adobe Acrobat Pro (Minimum 1 month license needed)
MATERIALS FEE:
- National Society for Legal Technology (NSLT) Membership required for this course ($160.00).
- More info will be provided at the first meeting.
Course Format
This is a Live Online Synchronous course, with web-based class lectures scheduled to meet at published dates and times. UCSD Extended Studies operates in Pacific Standard Time and therefore all class meetings and deadlines are held to Pacific Standard Time (PST).
Attendance is required for all meetings, regardless of the time zone in which you reside.
Attendance is required for all meetings, regardless of the time zone in which you reside.
Course Information
Live Online
3.00 units
$595.00
Course sessions
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Instructor:
June Hunter is a Paralegal and an IT Support Services Specialist at CGS3. As a graduate of the ABA Approved Paralegal Certificate program at UC San Diego, June has worked in the legal field in various capacities for the last 28 years. Her diverse computer knowledge and legal background as both a working paralegal and computer software trainer have resulted in her being sought out for her ability to provide clear, hands-on training to other legal professionals in how to effectively utilize the software prominently used in the legal field.
June is currently on the Board for the San Diego Paralegal Association, volunteers as a Paralegal Mentor for the San Diego Paralegal Association and is an active member in Women in E-Discovery and the ESI Forum.
Full Bio
Section ID:
196423
Class type:
Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).
Textbooks:
No textbook required.
Policies:
- No refunds after: 3/30/2026
Note:
Additional Materials Fee: NSLT Membership required for this course ($160.00). More info will be provided in the first meeting.
Attendance is required for all meetings.
Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published dates and times (PST).
Schedule:
| Date | Day | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/26/2026 | Thu | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 4/2/2026 | Thu | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 4/9/2026 | Thu | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 4/16/2026 | Thu | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 4/23/2026 | Thu | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 4/30/2026 | Thu | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 5/7/2026 | Thu | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 5/14/2026 | Thu | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 5/21/2026 | Thu | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
Instructor:
June Hunter
June Hunter
June is currently on the Board for the San Diego Paralegal Association, volunteers as a Paralegal Mentor for the San Diego Paralegal Association and is an active member in Women in E-Discovery and the ESI Forum.
Add To Cart
Add To Cart
Instructor:
June Hunter is a Paralegal and an IT Support Services Specialist at CGS3. As a graduate of the ABA Approved Paralegal Certificate program at UC San Diego, June has worked in the legal field in various capacities for the last 28 years. Her diverse computer knowledge and legal background as both a working paralegal and computer software trainer have resulted in her being sought out for her ability to provide clear, hands-on training to other legal professionals in how to effectively utilize the software prominently used in the legal field.
June is currently on the Board for the San Diego Paralegal Association, volunteers as a Paralegal Mentor for the San Diego Paralegal Association and is an active member in Women in E-Discovery and the ESI Forum.
Full Bio
Section ID:
196420
Class type:
Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).
Textbooks:
No textbook required.
Policies:
- No refunds after: 3/30/2026
Note:
Additional Materials Fee: NSLT Membership required for this course ($160.00). More info will be provided in the first meeting.
Attendance is required for all meetings.
Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published dates and times (PST).
Schedule:
| Date | Day | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/26/2026 | Thu | 1:30 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. |
| 4/2/2026 | Thu | 1:30 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. |
| 4/9/2026 | Thu | 1:30 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. |
| 4/16/2026 | Thu | 1:30 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. |
| 4/23/2026 | Thu | 1:30 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. |
| 4/30/2026 | Thu | 1:30 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. |
| 5/7/2026 | Thu | 1:30 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. |
| 5/14/2026 | Thu | 1:30 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. |
| 5/21/2026 | Thu | 1:30 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. |
Instructor:
June Hunter
June Hunter
June is currently on the Board for the San Diego Paralegal Association, volunteers as a Paralegal Mentor for the San Diego Paralegal Association and is an active member in Women in E-Discovery and the ESI Forum.
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