Solicitors Role A01 Flashcards
1
Q
how many solicitors are currently practising in the uk
A
136,000
2
Q
how many work in private law firms
A
90,000
3
Q
if they don’t work in private law firms, where may they work
A
-Crown Prosecution Service
-Government
-Industry
4
Q
what are 5 main element’s of a solicitors work
A
-advising clients
-writing letters
-drafting contracts & wills
-conveyancing
-advocacy
5
Q
what rights of audience do solicitors have
A
limited rights of audience compared to barristers in the magistrates court and country court
6
Q
how can a solicitor gain wider rights of audience
A
-take an exam
&
-earn a certificate of advocacy
7
Q
what does a certificate of advocacy grant them
A
the same rights of audience as a barrister - can represent clients in higher courts
