Barristers, Solicitors and legal executives

Question 1

Role of barrister

Answer 1

Represent a business or individuals in court
Give legal advice to clients
Make plea for clients

Question 2

What is the bar council

Answer 2

Deal with claims against barristers

Deal with rules relating to barristers

Question 3

Training of Barrister

Answer 3

Once law degree is obtained, have to study at one of the inns of court.
Then study for a year or 2 years part-time to complete BVC which gives them the right skills and knowledge. Once BVC, must secure pupillage.

If they have a different degree they must complete CPE then complete same procedure

Some students can enter without degree but conditions are strict

Question 4

Role of solicitor

Answer 4

Provide legal advice to clients in exchange of a fee

Usually carry out work outside of courtroom and allow barrister to represent inside court but do have advocacy

Question 5

Training of solicitor

Answer 5

Obtain law degree then obtain LPC. Once LPC is obtained must complete a 2 year training contract then be employed as a trainee by a firm.

Question 6

Who hears complaints against solicitors

Answer 6

LSO, OSS or court action

Question 7

What is a legal excuetive

Answer 7

Solicitor without degree

Do routine legal work under solicitor