Hard Skills
AdvancedLegal LiteracyThe ability to understand and interpret legal terminology, court procedures, and the hierarchy of the judicial system.
AdvancedMedia Law and EthicsKnowledge of defamation, libel, privacy laws, and ethical standards regarding sensitive legal proceedings.
IntermediateLegal ResearchProficiency in using legal databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis to find case histories, statutes, and filings.
ExpertNarrative SynthesisThe skill of translating complex legal jargon and dense court documents into clear, engaging prose for a general audience.
IntermediateCourtroom EtiquetteAdherence to specific rules of conduct and decorum required in different levels of local, state, or federal courts.