Working in a Law Firm
This course provides an introduction and the basic understanding to the English Legal System and is designed for those who are looking to work in a legal profession or are very new to the sector.
Working in a law firm can be a rewarding and challenging experience but can be a great way to gain experience and develop your legal skills. Depending on the size of the firm, you may be responsible for a variety of tasks, such as researching legal issues, drafting legal documents, and representing clients in court. You may also be involved in client meetings, negotiations, and other activities related to the practice of law.
The course will cover the following topics
- The distinction between different types of law)
- The courts and tribunals
- Criminal and Civil Law
- Demystifying the legal jargon.
- Ethics of the Profession
- Regulatory Bodies and Compliance Requirements
- Sole Practitioner, High Street Firms and Corporate Legal Entities
- Case Management Systems
- Understanding your role
- Importance of Customer Service
At the end of this course you will be able to:
- Understand and identify your role
- Recognise your strengths and weaknesses and to develop a road map
- Working as part of a team and how to deal with conflicts / clashes at work
- Understanding the structure and management
- Offer practical solutions when simultaneously working with different team types
- Enable you to put together an action plan for using this information and working together more effectively as a team