The March edition of DEDICATED - The Legal Secretary Journal has been published and is now available to read online. 

In this month's edition of our journal, ILSPA is focusing on professional development. Our lead article 'Developing Skills for Success' looks at the key skills you can develop to ensure success in your career. This is helpful to both new Legal Secretaries and those who have been working in the profession for some time.
 
Prodigy Learning has provided some information regarding their Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) courses. These courses are perfect for those of you looking to develop your Microsoft skills and gain a qualification from home. ILSPA Members receive a 50% discount on all MOS courses. Take a look at their article for more details.

Do your professional development goals for this year include keeping up to date with law and legal procedure? If so, you should read Totally Legal's 'Top Six Legal Podcasts to Listen to in 2021'. Or perhaps you're looking for a new job opportunity? In which case, take a look at Oriel Partners' piece outlining everything you need to know about temp roles and why they are a great way to gain valuable skills and experience.  

Finally, we are excited to hear that our partner, Simply Law Jobs, has announced that their legal job site is undergoing the most significant transformation in its 18-year history. Based on in-depth research into the industry, and the extensive feedback and insights provided by Simply Law Jobs’ clients and jobseekers, their site will be relaunched with a brand-new look, with new and exciting features. We can't wait to see it!