English L- Solicitors and Barristers

• Who are the authors mentioned in the study material?

  Soucitas and Barister
• What is the role of the professional body mentioned in the study material?

  It supports the regulation of legal professionals
• What is the regulatory body referred to in the study material?

  The Bar Council
• What are the two stages of the SQE?

  SQE1 and SQE2
• How are candidates assessed in the SQE?

  On a pass/fail basis
• What is the duration of the SQE assessment?

  It is taken over 5 days
• What types of practical exercises are included in the SQE assessment?

  Interviewing, legal research, and casework
• What is the cost range for the SQE excluding course preparation?

  £12,000 to £15,000
• What is the qualifying work experience in the context of the SQE?

  Practical experience gained within a firm
• What is required for admission to the Inn of Court?

  An undergraduate non-law degree and a conversion course
• How long is the Bar Course?

  1 year full-time
• What are the main focuses of the Bar Course?

  Written skills, casework, legal research, advocacy
• How many guiding sessions must be completed to become a barrister?

  10 guiding sessions
• What is the purpose of gaining a sponsor during barrister training?

  To provide activities and support, including financial assistance
• What is the financial cost of the Bar Course?

  £12,000 to £15,000
• What are the core components of the conversion course for barristers?

  All the core subjects required for legal practice
• How does the process of becoming a barrister differ from that of a solicitor?

  Barristers require membership in an Inn of Court and a Bar Course
• What is the approximate percentage of applicants that get placed in the Rupwage program?

  Approximately 95%
• What is the duration of practical training under supervision in the Rupwage program?

  The first 6 months are unpaid
• How long does it take to be called to the bar after starting the Rupwage program?

  1 year
• What is the time frame within which one must complete chambers after being called to the bar?

  Within 5 years
• What is the total amount calculated from the numbers 23,980 and 221,100?

  31,730
• What is the primary role of a solicitor?

  To provide clients with advice and representation
• In which areas do solicitors provide advice and representation?

  Commercial, family, and probate
• What rights do solicitors have regarding audience in court?

  Full rights of audience
• What types of courts can solicitors represent clients in?

  Magistrates, county, and higher courts
• What is the role of barristers in the legal system?

  To represent clients in higher courts
• What must employed barristers do regarding cases that fall within their expertise?

  They must accept any case provided they are not already committed
• What can solicitors be sued for?

  Breach of duty
• What case established that solicitors can be sued for breach of duty?

  Griffith v Duon 1993
• What do legal executives do?

  They advise clients and explain legal matters
• Can barristers be sued for negligence?

  Yes, barristers can be sued for negligence
• What is the function of the Legal Services Board?

  It acts as an oversight regulator
• What is the role of the Kiap Council?

  To recognize excellence in advocacy among barristers and solicitor advocates
• What does the Legal Ombudsman do?

  Helps resolve disputes between consumers and legal service providers
• What was the compensation amount in the case Hall v Simons?

  £3000
• What does the term "Rupwage" refer to in the context of legal training?

  It refers to a competitive program for legal training
• What are the key differences between solicitors and barristers?

  • Solicitors provide advice and representation in various legal matters.
  • Barristers represent clients in higher courts.
  • Solicitors have full rights of audience, while barristers specialize in advocacy.
• What are the steps involved in filing a complaint against a solicitor?

  Clients can file complaints for breach of duty or negligence
• What are the two main types of legal professionals mentioned?

  Solicitors and Barristers