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Flashcards by charlotteepardon, updated more than 1 year ago
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Created by charlotteepardon
almost 10 years ago
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| Question | Answer |
| What is a solicitor? | A lawyer who deals directly with clients by giving legal advice, preparing legal documents, and if necessary representing their client in court. |
| What is the quickest first step to take to become a solicitor? | Take a qualifying law degree which has been authorized by the SRA- Solicitors regulation authority. |
| What does SRA stand for? | Solicitors regulation authority. |
| If a person has a degree in another subject how do they become a solicitor? | By undertaking either the GDL - graduate diploma in law OR the CPE - common professional examination. |
| Whats the vocational training involved to become a solicitor? E.g what do you do give 4 examples. | The legal practice course (LPC) this develops practical skills, such as client interviewing , negotiation, drafting documents, business management and advocacy. |
| How much does the LPC (legal practice course) cost? | £12,000. |
| Whats the final stage of training to become a solicitor? | Training contract for two years with a firm authorized by the SRA to take trainees. |
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