This certification program is open to those persons having completed a secretarial school, the NALS Legal Training Course, or at least one year experience as a secretary. Community Service Austin LSA participates in several community service activities throughout the year. If you have any ideas please contact your community service chairman. A voluntary program awarding certificates to these persons achieving 60 hours of education credit in a three-year period. Upon approval of the application to NALS, a certificate is awarded.
Renewals are available every three years from date of issuance.
Court Observance A unique program which affords members an opportunity to visit the courts and gain first-hand knowledge of the workings of the various departments connected with the judicial systems. A free job placement service for Austin LSA's members. By contact with others in the legal profession, we establish good fellowship, pursue a high order of business and professional attainment, uphold honor and dignity of the law, and create a high standard of ethics among members. Legal Education Seminars, workshops, and legal training courses are planned to encourage members to keep themselves informed as to all aspects of their work and to gain new knowledge in other areas related to the legal profession. Programs Speakers at monthly general membership meetings bring interesting and informative programs relating both to work and outside interests.