PLAW-302: Law Office Management introduces students to the principles and practices required to manage an efficient, compliant, and professional legal office. Using Law Practice Management by Cynthia Traina Donnes, this course explores the structure of law firms, the role of legal administrators, and the systems that support effective operations.

Students will develop skills in client communication, billing, trust accounting, calendaring, docket control, and case management. The course also emphasizes malpractice prevention, ethical considerations, and the use of technology in legal administration. Additional topics include law firm marketing, file management, and leveraging legal libraries and digital research tools.

By the end of the course, students will be prepared to contribute to the smooth functioning of law offices and legal departments, applying practical management techniques and ethical standards essential to paralegal and legal support roles.