Personal injury and clinical negligence can often be the source of a large number of instructions received by a Costs Lawyer. A Costs Lawyer may be instructed to draft a bill of costs or assist in detailed assessment proceedings or costs management. It is important that Costs Lawyers are aware of the mechanics of a …
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This module builds on previous experience of Professional Development Planning and sets a path of continuous professional and career development post ACL qualification. It does this through deepening your understanding of the professional attributes of a cost lawyer, professional career paths and your current level of ability. During this module you will initially consider your …
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This module provides the trainees to consider the wider context of their role, the work environment and career paths. It does this by looking at the business environment in which they will be operating both from the inside and the outside. It also highlights some of the major components of this, namely the employees and …
Most costs lawyers who draft bills spend the majority of their time dealing with matters in the County Courts or High Courts. Occasionally there may be an appeal to the Court of Appeal, but rarely will they come across costs in other courts unless there is a specialism in one of those areas. It will …
This module aims to provide students with a broad and critical understanding of the substantive area of family law. Students will begin their studies by examining the legal status of common law marriage, civil partnerships and marriage. The module will explore the historical development of the laws of marriage enabling students to demonstrate a sound …
To become a competent Costs Lawyer it is essential to have an understanding of the role of client service in legal practice. The module also develops in the student an awareness of the ethical, professional and regulatory culture in which the legal profession and their staff practice. Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this Module a …
This module builds upon the foundation module from Unit 1. It is a legal practice unit and covers the principles of case and costs management of claims progressing through the civil litigation system in England and Wales. Trainees build upon knowledge in civil litigation and will gain an understanding of how to manage a variety …
To become a competent costs lawyer it is essential to have an understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules, Money Laundering and Value Added Tax (VAT). It is also essential to understand how an independent Costs Lawyer must treat client money. In this module of the course trainees will learn to give guidance on the Solicitors …
To become a competent costs lawyer it is essential to have the skills and attributes to attend court to oppose or support a bill of costs or costs budget. Costs lawyers have rights of audience and are entitled to appear as an advocate in relation to costs disputes. In addition, under the Civil Procedure Rules …
This module is a legal practice unit and covers the civil and criminal Legal Aid system in England and Wales as well as exploring the other types of legal funding commonly found in practice. Objectives Demonstrate an understanding of the rules governing private retainers with reference to the GLH Describe the relationship between the Legal …
Personal injury and clinical negligence can often be the source of a large number of instructions received by a Costs Lawyer. A Costs Lawyer may be instructed to draft a bill of costs or assist in detailed assessment proceedings or costs management. It is important that Costs Lawyers are aware of the mechanics of a …
This module covers the contractual relationship between lawyers and their clients. Knowledge of the law and rules which apply to lawyer and client costs will enable you to ensure that there is a valid retainer with the client and that the lawyer can be paid for their work. Objectives Describe the regulatory framework of the …
To become a competent lawyer it is essential to be able to research in an effective manner and find sources of law. The word ‘source’ can mean several different things with regard to law, but for our purpose it describes the means by which the law comes into existence or where it can be found. …
Points of dispute are a written statement made by the paying party identifying the areas of disagreement as to the costs to be assessed. In respect of each item of costs which is disputed the statement should outline the reason for disputing it and, where a reduction is sought, should suggest the reduced figure. CPR …
This module is a legal practice module and covers the civil litigation system in England and Wales. You will be required to gain knowledge in civil litigation and will gain an understanding of the professional requirements and skills to run a civil file in practice. This module aims to enable you to develop foundation level …
To become a competent costs lawyer it is essential to have an understanding of the development of the law on costs and the impact on the role of a costs lawyer, to be able to critically discuss when an entitlement to costs may arise and explain the process, required pleadings/documentation and content at all stages in costs matters. Additionally it is essential to …
This unit will build upon your knowledge of law and litigation. You will explore in depth the costs recovery process in the civil courts of various different types of matter. You will also explore how project management skills can be utilised to ensure efficiency. This area of the online learning environment is for you to …
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This module builds on previous experience of Professional Development Planning and sets a path of continuous professional and career development post ACL qualification. It does this through deepening your understanding of the professional attributes of a cost lawyer, professional career paths and your current level of ability. During this module you will initially consider your …
This unit will build upon your knowledge of law and you will develop an understanding of the rules and procedure governing litigation in England and Wales. You will explore in depth the CPR and the operation of these rules in the civil courts. This area of the online learning environment is for you to upload …
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This module considers the UK law of registered companies. It addresses the framework within which a company exists and how a company can operate. The module examines the principles that apply to both private and public companies. During the course of the module you will gain an understanding of the role of the company as …
