@50 It isn't as simple as that. Hiring your family members is a bad idea for a couple of reasons. First and foremost, the subordinate might come to resent the family member who is his or her boss, and secondly, other employees will invariably make allegations of nepotism if the subordinate gets any kind of promotion, raise, perk, or other benefits.

Here are some of the things a legal secretary does. I am pretty sure someone trained to be a hairdresser would be unable to do half these things, unless they got further schooling. I googled "Legal Secretary" and this is what I got. Job Description In a law office the secretary must perform such duties as preparing legal papers that include motions, complaints, summonses, subpoenas, pretrial agreements, various legal forms and client correspondence. In order to accomplish these tasks in an efficient and accurate manor, the Legal Secretary must be familiar with legal terminology and procedures. Technology Skills: Being proficient in-- Word processing Spreadsheet Presentation Document Management Time & Billing Calendar & Docketing Transcription Desktop Publishing Videoconferencing Writing Skills: Legal secretaries are frequently responsible for drafting routine correspondence and file memos as well as proofreading legal documents such as pleadings, briefs, discovery and transactional documents. Transcription Skills: -Fast typing speed (50 to 100 words per minute). -Strong grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and language skills are necessary as well an understanding of legal terminology. Familiarity with Legal Documents and Terminology.

Don't forget "My Cousin Vinny".(;