Legal Staff Training

Mary Lou is a patient and kind mentor. When you work in a busy law firm, an attorney may not always be available to answer your questions or help guide you in developing your skills. This is why the mentorship of a senior legal professional is so invaluable. I started my career as a legal secretary with zero experience in the law. With Mary Lou’s expertise, I was able to transition into a paralegal role at my firm with the confidence that I could correctly complete the tasks assigned to me and secure in the knowledge that I could turn to her for guidance if I came across something new. To this day, even as an attorney, I know I can turn to her If I come across a particularly perplexing legal problem. If she doesn’t know the answer, she can point you to other resources that can – including other legal professionals. 

If you are a legal support professional, investing in LST is an investment in your future. If you are a legal employer, having the guidance and support of people like Mary Lou available to your support staff will improve efficiency and productivity in your operations and provide you the peace of mind that someone is there to answer their questions when you cannot.

- A.H. Associate
Attorney
Oakland, CA Law Group

I found the Legal Calendaring training to be incredibly valuable. The way it was taught - complete with practical ‘homework assignments - made the information easy to apply right away in my daily work. What stood out most was the continued support, even after the class ended; updated materials and guidance long afterward showed a real investment in my success. When I reached out recently with a question, she was quick to help, which reinforced how much she cares about the people she trains. I would highly recommend this program to anyone in the legal field who wants to build confidence and accuracy in calendaring and enjoy the benefit of ongoing mentorship.

- T.B.G.
Paralegal
Walnut Creek, CA Law Firm

I re-entered the legal secretarial field this past Spring and was looking to renew my skills and knowledge. So, I registered for the Beginning Legal Secretary - Civil Litigation course. The price for six weeks of online classes and handouts was reasonable and totally worth it! The handouts include timelines and procedures that I now rely on daily. The instructor was Maria Bishop, CCLS, who was very knowledgeable and eager to share her experience as a legal secretary. What a great mentor! Whenever I had questions on something that I didn’t know, she gave clear, detailed answers. 

After taking this online course, I feel more confident in my position as a civil litigation secretary. I highly recommend this course to those who are either new to the field or renewing their skills, like me. 

- N.J.C.
Legal Secretary
Walnut Creek, CA Law Firm

I had the pleasure of connecting with Mary Lou through LinkedIn, and she was absolutely wonderful to work with. She quickly arranged a Zoom meeting to discuss my inquiries about legal clerk opportunities and provided prompt, thoughtful assistance. Her responsiveness and expertise were instrumental in helping me gather the crucial information I needed before taking a legal data entry clerk test. I truly appreciated her support and professionalism throughout the process.

LST mentorship, practical resources, links, and video tutorials were highly valuable. They offered an excellent introduction to the legal field and served as a practical guide to understanding the role of a legal/paralegal assistant. Thanks to your knowledge, patience, and a positive attitude, confidence was gained to explore this career path. I would highly recommend LST to anyone seeking a clear and supportive path into the legal profession.

- A.V.
Paralegal
Rocklin, CA