Legal Executives A01 Flashcards
1
Q
how many legal executives currently work in the uk
A
around 20,000
2
Q
where do legal executives work
A
-based in solicitors practices
-mainly in civil and criminal
(specialise in fewer areas of law)
3
Q
what are the 5 main roles of legal executives
A
-advising & acting on behalf of clients
-researching and summarising legal information
-preparing legal documents, contacts and wills
-writing to clients
-liaise with other professionals
4
Q
how can legal executives gain wider rights of audience
A
-completing further training
-receive a ‘practising certificate’
