Lawsikho

Introduction

Do you want to make a name for yourself in the legal profession and secure decent earnings to support yourself and your family?

Are you stuck in a situation where you are not getting enough practical legal learning from your law college?

Does it feel like the law firms or legal opportunities in your city/town have shut their doors on you?

Are you feeling confused about how to secure the right kind of practical legal training that can actually help you to handle an assignment independently?

Are you feeling lost about how to find the right network or the right way to approach potential clients (without soliciting)?

Do you believe that your communication methods for getting a legal job/clients may not be up to the mark and may need sharpening?

We have some bad news for you. And some good news.

If you are looking to secure work in the traditional areas for lawyers like civil litigation and using the standard method of applying to jobs to look for employment in these areas, it can be very difficult for you.

This is because these areas have been in existence for many years and there are a lot of people looking for opportunities in these areas in exactly the same manner.

You will not be able to secure legal opportunities in the same way that you used to, before. It means that the understanding that you grew up with, as regards the work of a lawyer will have to be challenged.

But the good news is that a different kind of lawyering is now gradually gaining acceptance and will prevail in the coming years. This may not be the lawyering that you have traditionally seen, but it isn’t something that your seniors have seen either!

The new normal has forced lawyers to adopt the ways of the virtual world, learn to function in a virtual workplace, understand how the physical file storages have now been compressed into google drives, dropbox folders or other record management softwares, how the physical signatures have now been changed to digital, and how your market now extends not only beyond your city, but beyond your country.

The rewards of this new type of lawyering can be beyond your wildest dreams.

Imagine this: At one point of time, you can be struggling to find even the lowest paid jobs in your own city.

In a very short span of time, you can be calling people from the world over your clients.

Seems too good to be true?

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This is what the new type of lawyering can yield.

The only thing that you need in order to achieve these results is to develop your skill and then act on generating value for an employer and client. Just that the skills should be the ones that the industry needs.

Why did we make this course?

Are you struggling in a dead end job that pays too less and forces you to be stuck in a cubicle?
Do you want more freedom while you get paid well for your work?
Are you a student in need to have a supplemental side income? Are you a parent who needs more time to spend with their family without giving up on their career?
Do you belong to a small town where good job opportunities are hard to come by?
Do you want to explore the world as a digital nomad while earning handsomely by working a few hours every day no matter where you are?

Imagine

You help business leaders to function better, grow faster and keep their schedule smooth
Help CEOs and senior executives to manage their social media, business communications, and outreach - things that they really care about
You get paid $10 for every hour of work, earning $2000 per month
No need to get any fancy degree or learn difficult skills
Work remotely from anywhere you want, travel the world if you wish
Is this possible?
Absolutely.
You can work as a virtual assistant and achieve a dream lifestyle. You can even use this role as a springboard to bigger and better opportunities.

All you have to do is learn some basic office management skills and understand how CEOs, top executives, and entrepreneurs function, so that you can get a job as a virtual assistant.

We can train you for this role in 6 months, and all you need is to study with us for 2 hours a day for those 3 months.

Only qualification needed: good English communication, ability to use a computer and the internet.

Age, location, lack of experience - no bar.

Who should take this course?

College students who need to become financially independent
Graduates who are struggling to find a job that pays them well
Anyone with good English communication skills who is earning less than Rs 50,000 per month
Those who live in a small town or villages and do not find good job opportunities locally
Parents of young children who want to work part time from home without having to commute to work
Any professional who wants to escape the cubicle lifestyle and work as a digital nomad

What is the career potential after doing this course?

Work as a virtual assistant for CEOs, startup founders, business owners, senior executives and busy professionals
You may be able to land entry level remote jobs in sales, operations, customer service with US SMEs, startups
Similar opportunities exist in the Middle East, UK, Europe, Canada and Australia as well
A remote jobs in a developed country can pay you much better than local jobs in developing countries
This course will prepare you for entry level operational jobs in Indian startups as well

What is unique about this course?

This is a very practical course - you will learn practical skills hands on
We will train you for the most high demand tasks so that you can hit the ground running
You get massive placement support - we help you to source jobs, apply for them, write great proposals, use social media for finding opportunities, building a track record, getting work from platforms like Upwork and Fiverr, and even train you for interviews
If you work hard, we will help you to embark on an exciting and well paid career in next 3 months

Money-back guarantee

If you take this course, follow it diligently for a month, do all the exercises but still do not find value in it, or not able to understand or follow it or not find it good for any reason, we will refund the entire course fee to you. It is a 100% money-back guarantee with only one condition, you must pursue it properly for a month. If you don’t find it valuable after that, get your entire money back.

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Training Methodology

Online 24/7 access

Access to basic study material through an online learning management system, Android and iOS app

Hard Copy Study Material

Hard copy study material modules to be couriered to your address

Practical Exercises

2 practical exercises (in 1 assignment) every week, followed by written feedback on your submissions

Live Online Classes

Based on the exercises, there will be a live video-based online class. You can ask questions, share your screen, get personal feedback in this class.

Convenient Class timings

Classes are held after regular work hours. Typically classes are kept on Sunday afternoon or 8-9 pm on other days.

Live Doubt Clearing

You can ask questions, get your doubt cleared live as well as through online forums

Placement

Placement assistance for securing job and internship opportunities and assistance for securing freelancing opportunities

Client Opportunities, freelancing opportunities & Recruitment Support where required

Many startups, MNCs, and law firms are happy to recruit our high performing students. If you do well in your exercises and classes, we can help you to get freelance work, remote jobs and internships.

Our team will assist students in building a profile on freelancing platforms such as Upwork and Fiverr, in listing gigs and making attractive proposals.

Certification

This course is recognized by the National Skill Development Corporation, a PPP under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship of the Government of India. You will receive a certificate cobranded by NSDC and Skill India on successful completion.

This is how the certificate from NSDC and Skill India will look as per the current applicable format (may change as per the approval authorities):

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Syllabus

Role and expectations from a virtual assistant

Why is there a huge demand for virtual assistants? What is the scope for talent arbitrage if you are a virtual assistant? How does a virtual assistant add value? What are the tasks that can be performed by a virtual assistant? What is the career growth trajectory of a virtual assistant?

Organizational design of a funded startup/mid-sized organization

Common organisational structures and various functions in an organization (startups, law firms, nonprofits and MNCs) Common policies and procedures followed in various organisations relevant to employment and performance conditions General hierarchy of communication Professional appearance, behaviour and communication on the phone and in virtual meetings

Document design, structure and review

Common types of documents that you will come across while working as a virtual assistant and their formats: emails, proposals, reports, job descriptions, letters, invoices, notices, etc. How to use templates and precedents Transcription of documents from video/audio recordings Formatting, pagination, footnotes, acknowledgements for external references Proofreading of documents for grammar, accuracy Use of software for spelling and grammar check How to check consistency of layout and style How to use suggestions mode/track changes How to redact documents How to prepare and use checklists for document review How to prepare a document summary How to create and use flowcharts/tables in Google Slides/PPT

Key software to be an effective virtual assistant

Calendly Google Calendar Google Keep and Google Tasks Canva Google Docs/Word Google Slides/Powerpoint Excel/Sheets Google forms Grammarly Wix

Maintenance of records and documentation

How to organize documents in appropriate folders Data security and confidentiality protocols in managing client data or other confidential data How to implement access controls and other types of restrictions on to documents Basic checks to ensure that a document has necessary authorisation - resolution/signatures/corporate seals Secrets to effective note-taking Best practices for keeping backups

Formal and Informal communication

Difference between Formal and Informal communication - what kind of language is acceptable in which context and scenario Use of slangs and short forms - where is it not appropriate to use Use of emojis, GIFs, forwards etc. How to be effective in one to one and one to many communications Gender sensitivity in communication Answering questions How to present an argument, or a different point of view Persuasive communication Presenting data and information for better and easy comprehension

E-mail communication

E-mail addresses, replying, copying and blind copying etiquette Use of delivery receipt tools Best practices for follow up emails Managing attachments, sorting inbox into folders and tracking responses Email signatures Configuration of auto responders

Communicating on telephone calls, audio conference calls and WhatsApp

How to initiate and end a telephone conversation with various stakeholders General courtesy on phone and conference calls How to respond when you don’t have the answers or the authority to agree to something WhatsApp dos and don’ts for individual communication and group communication How to manage WhatsApp groups as an admin How to take a screen recording on Whatsapp Use of disappearing images Whatsapp Account features in Whatsapp Business

Calendar Management

Monitoring calendars and fixing meetings How to use Calendly to schedule meetings Advanced calendar settings in GSuite How to check availability of your colleagues Configuration of reminders

Meeting Management

How to set up meetings through Zoom, MS Teams or Google Meet Reminders/follow-ups to confirm attendance Background, lighting, mic and camera management during video conference meetings Hosting video conferencing meetings, managing meeting controls given to other attendees, muting and unmuting participants Screen sharing and using whiteboard How to take minutes of meetings, identify actionables and follow up on progress

How to Assist on Operations and Administrative Work

How to prepare a checklist How to prepare a process document/manual How to track the functioning of a process on Excel/Google Sheets How to manage the expectations of your client How to send invoices, reminders and follow-ups for payments Managing MIS for revenues, expenses or other operational tasks How to interpret analytics and reports How to use dashboards and filters

Project Management

How to onboard an organization on a project management tool such as Basecamp, Trello or Asana How to configure projects and teams How to assign tasks and deadlines How to create a knowledge-base on software adopted by the company How to view tasks assigned to you How to view progress made on a project, or by a colleague

Conducting basic research

How to find local vendors, service providers, restaurants and hotels How to bookmark important articles for future reading How to find recommendations for stay, travel, eating out How to perform background research for a prospective hire, or a potential client How to research entity information

Knowledge Management in an organisation

Organizing and managing templates and standard form precedents for future use; Making best practice checklists; Designing workbooks, playbooks, training manuals; Creating slides and pitch decks; Organizing webinars and sending regular industry relevant updates Connecting with potential clients on social media on behalf of your senior How to maintain and manage an email list

Marketing

How to identify your target audiences and its pain points What are the different stages of a marketing funnel for your target audience Content strategy for different stages of your audience Deployment of marketing automation and email delivery tools How to track effectiveness - email open rates and click rates Whatsapp Messaging for target audience How to use dashboards and filters for fetching the filtered data for analysis How to interpret analytics and reports

Social Media Marketing and Management

About Social Media Platforms and their Algorithms: LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube How to develop a good social media page for your product, company page and your personal page Identification of appropriate target audience Preparation of a content strategy for your target audience How to use social media to get traffic/leads Ad spends, cost per click, click through rates Measuring the results from your social media strategy

Website and Blog Management

How to create a website on Wix SEO and keyword basics How to configure a weekly newsletter How to create a blog How to use social media to expand your client's following and build a tribe Managing blogs to get maximum traffic Guest blogging and developing PR

Navigating and using freelancing platforms

Creation of Fiverr account- Video Optimization of Fiverr account- Video How to register on People Per Hour and UpWork- Video Optimization of People Per Hour account- Video Optimization of Upwork Account- Video How to use Linked In and Facebook for freelancing opportunities- Video How to build your web page for freelancing- Video How to create proposals and pitch for work on freelancing platforms - Video How to approach US law firms / companies for remote freelancing work - Video

Ensure up-keep of office premises and smooth operation of office facilities

Ensure office cleanliness by cooperating with the housekeeping crew. Describe the various facilities provided to visitors and staff in an office. Explain the notion of up-time and the maintenance requirements for different types of facilities. Determine workplace procedures for maintaining the designated area. Determine the precise needs for housekeeping operations in various regions of the office while keeping up with the organizational policy Explain the various personnel's roles in preserving cleanliness and hygiene Provide Housekeeping employees with work instructions , feedbacks as well as the organization's acceptable behavior guidelines. Maintain Leave records of the housekeeping staff. Ensuring regular checks in the entire office premises as per organizational procedures and ensure proper maintenance. Explain the common office facilities and their consumables that require replenishment. Explain the methods and guidelines for housekeeping operations in terms of health and safety. Regular Monitoring of Housekeeping staff

Manage vendors for procurement of office supplies and services

Explain legislative and organizational procurement guidelines. Review and renegotiate vendor agreements. Obtain requisition for goods or services from authorized persons Learn about types of suppliers in the marketplace and how to acquire their lists. Explain indicators that assist in evaluation of suppliers and their supplies. State requirement to vendor and request for quotation. Negotiate rates to get the optimum price for the goods or services you provide and prepare a cost comparison Describe procurement approval procedures and their purpose. Obtain all documentation from the vendor as per organizational norms. Register the vendor in coordination with the finance team as per organizational norms. Chase up late or incorrect orders with suppliers. Determine and document non-compliance and implement corrective action within the terms of contractual arrangements. Manage relationships with suppliers to support effective delivery according to workplace procedures. How to obtain an invoice from the vendor and check whether accurate and in compliance with the contract Forward for processing for payment & Coordinate between vendor and finance department for timely release of payment to the vendor. Seek feedback and complaints from vendors. Explain probity and ethical issues in procurement and related processing.

Maintain and issue office stationery and supplies

Receive and store stationery and supplies as per organizational guidelines Explain the concepts such as re-order levels , first in and first-out and its importance. Organize the stored supplies to ensure that they are easily retrievable Ensure accurate records of stock received, stock issued, and stored Maintain the requirements of storage and security. Explain how to carry out a stock check of stationery. Organizational standards should be followed when issuing stationery and materials and shall be recorded after receiving. How to calculate quantities of stationery and supplies to be ordered. State the factors to consider when ordering stationery How to deal with unwanted or damaged stationery and supplies as per organizational guidelines. Explain how to dispose of or recycle waste. Types of problems that may occur with deliveries and stock items and how to deal with them Explain the benefits and limitations of different potential suppliers, against organizational requirements.

Organise for local transport and out-station ticketing for staff in co-ordination with travel vendor

Confirm purpose and requirements of local or outstation travel including planned itinerary, budget, meeting requirements and traveller preferences. Prepare travel plan and schedule in the format agreed on with the approved travel agent or vendor and share the information. Receive travel mode options along with detailed schedule and costing for each from the travel agent or vendor. Share the travel mode options, schedule and costing with authorised personnel for approval. Make bookings in accordance with organisational policies and procedures for business travel. Identify and arrange for travel documents in accordance with itinerary and individual requirements. Confirm and check travel arrangements and dispatch confirmation documents to the traveller within designated timelines. Negotiate and confirm alternative arrangements in response to changed requirements. Record travel details and itinerary in accordance with organisational requirements. Tally invoiced items for payment received from travel agent or vendor with actual travel request records and approve for payment.

Organize for readiness of meeting rooms and venues for office meetings and events

Determine meeting-related specifications required from authorized staff by keeping organization protocol Provide instructions to the vendor for facilities required for the meeting such as ICT equipment, pantry services, seating arrangement, stationary , etc. Inspecting meeting venue before the meeting to ensure the requirements as specified are available and safe Coordination between meeting staff and service providers Seeking feedback from the relevant personnel co- ordinating the meeting Common telecommunications systems and how to use them Learn ways to adapt the speech to meet the needs of customers effectively and why it is important to do so. explain telephone etiquette and its different components. Learn effective and 2 way communication. State common errors and their causes while taking messages over the phone. Ensure follow-up calls are made as per the commitment to callers. Explain how to identify, handle and escalate abusive callers, suspicious callers, threatening callers, distressed callers as well as VIP callers effectively.

Use computers to store, retrieve and communicate information

Learn about the main components of computer and how to set up a computer Learn about various computer operating systems and applications/software. Explain the various data storages accessible through computers. Learn about various email applications used in organizations. Learn professional email etiquette and its various elements. Learn about ergonomics and its importance. List the common information storage systems used for storage and retrieval of data. Follow the organizational access control and data security policies to access data and information. Follow organisational policy for naming stored files,maintaining backups and version control. Share information as per organizational data security and confidentiality policy. Learn about various electrical safety precautions one should follow while using computers and related equipment which use electricity to run. Follow cyber security guidelines while storing, retrieving or communicating information online (through the internet).

Workplace safety

Explain the meaning of “hazards” and “risks”. State and explain the health and safety hazards, risks commonly present in the work environment and related procedures & precautions. Explain the methods of accident prevention State safe working practices when working with tools and machines, at various hazardous sites State where to find all the general health and safety equipment in the workplace. Identify, control and report health and safety issues relating to the immediate work environment according to procedures. Explain the importance of using protective clothing/equipment while working. Document and report all hazards, accidents and near-miss incidents as per set process. Document safety records according to organisational policies. Maintain the work area in a clean and tidy condition. Maintain personal hygiene. Report hygiene-related concerns promptly to the relevant authority.

Fire safety

Explain and Demonstrate the correct use of fire extinguishers on different types of fires Explain and Demonstrate rescue techniques applied during a fire hazard. Explain the precautionary activities to prevent the fire accident. List various causes of fire and materials used for extinguishing the fire Describe the techniques of using the different fire extinguishers. State the different methods of extinguishing the fire. Demonstrate good housekeeping in order to prevent fire hazards.

Emergency, Rescue and First Aid

Explain the various types of safety signs and what they mean. Explain the various dangers associated with the use of electrical equipment. Demonstrate how to free a person from electrocution and administer appropriate first aid to victims wherever required Demonstrate basic techniques of bandaging. Learn to respond quickly and correctly during emergency procedures. Perform and arrange loss minimization or rescue activities during an accident. Demonstrate the artificial respiration and the CPR process. Demonstrate correct methods to move injured people and others during an emergency. Explain the preventative and remedial actions to be taken in the case of exposure to toxic materials. State safe lifting and carrying practices.

Communicating with Colleagues (Seniors, Peers and Subordinates)

Maintain records for work output, exceptions and any anticipated reasons for delays Seek and receive feedback on performance output and quality. State the common reasons for interpersonal conflict and ways of managing it. Explain the importance of teamwork in organizational and individual success. Learn the various components of effective communication and its importance at workplace and the barriers to effective communication Explain the value and importance of active listening and assertive communication. Demonstrate responsible and disciplined behaviours at the workplace Interact with colleagues from different functions clearly and effectively on all aspects to carry out the work among the team and understand the nature of their work. Impact of poor communication at the workplace. Explain the importance of ethics & discipline for professional success as well as the factors that influence it.

Communicating with Clients and Visitors

Meet and greet visitors promptly, treating them politely and making them feel welcome. Ask questions politely to the visitors in order to identify them and their needs. Provide visitors with clear and accurate information based on their needs, while adhering to the organization's regulations. Listen actively in two-way communication. Addressing to the complaints and dissatisfaction of the customers effectively. Maintain good body language and etiquette when dealing with customers. Ensure to avoid negative questions and statements to the customers. Alerting customers on any issues or problems beforehand and on the developments involving them. A quick and effective response to the customers. Seek feedback from the visitors on their experience.

Course Plan

Above prices are inclusive of all applicable taxes and charges.

Standard

RS. 35000 incl. of all charges

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Instructor led course with online live classes

Online exams (give exams as per your convenience on given time slots)

1 online live class/ week (24 weeks)

2 practical exercises per week (24 weeks - total 36 Exercises)

Hard copy certificate (by courier)

Printed study material (by courier)

Course completion criteria: Complete 50 percent of the total exercises (18 exercises to be completed) along with MCQs test.

Placement assistance for internship, jobs and referrals CV enhancement

Networking opportunities with other students & alumni and further guidance on professional networking

Training for writing and publishing articles

Access to updated content online for 3 years

Doubt-clearing within 24 hours

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Startup Generalist & Virtual Assistant Training Program

Learn high-demand contract drafting skills with international relevance, work for international clients & start earning at least USD 1000-3000/per month within 6 months

Get exposure to fastest growing practice areas of law

Learn real legal skills by doing

Access a treasure trove of knowledge and mentors whenever you need

Build an enviable track record

Get jobs, internships and freelance work

Ride on the international remote work wave

Qualify the bar in US, Canada or UK

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Get opportunities in domestic law firms, MNCs, startups, as well as international recruiters looking for remote lawyers and paralegals

Top recruiters with whom our alumni are working

Learn from top lawyers, partners, international lawyers and our in-house experts

We are building a world where lawyers can work across borders, learn any skills they want very rapidly and don’t burn out from overwork

Remote work means better opportunities for you

Learn high-demand skills and specialise for immediate growth

Learn US laws and work as remote paralegal

Build an awesome track record to win prospective clients

Qualify as a lawyer in California, Canada or UK

LawSikho courses work best for:

Law graduates who have graduated without a job and need help

Lawyers who are not earning enough and want to grow their earning potential

Law students who want to graduate with a job

Non-lawyers who want to learn the law in a way that they can benefit in their career

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