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Developing the Skills of Legal Department Members


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Summary

The British Academy for Training and Development offers a course in Developing the Skills of Legal Department Members. This course is for anyone interested in gaining significant skills in managing legal affairs and understanding the secrets of this profession and its importance within institutions.

Legal departments are a crucial pillar of any organization as they help protect its rights and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. With the increasing complexity of legal matters and continuous changes in the legislative environment, it becomes essential to enhance the skills of the members of these departments to ensure their ability to handle growing challenges. Developing legal skills not only involves legal knowledge but also includes communication skills, negotiation, time management, critical thinking, and problem-solving.

Objectives and target group

Who Should Attend?

  • Lawyers.
  • Legal Advisors.
  • Legal Assistants.
  • Legal Department Managers.
  • Law School Students.
  • Professionals in related fields such as finance and public administration.

 

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

  • Understand current laws, regulations, and legal practices.
  • Improve the ability to express ideas clearly and effectively, both in writing and speaking.
  • Learn effective negotiation techniques to reach satisfactory solutions in legal disputes.
  • Analyze legal issues in-depth and develop innovative solutions to complex challenges.
  • Manage time and resources effectively in legal work environments.
  • Work within interdisciplinary legal teams and foster effective collaboration.
  • Learn the latest trends and technologies in law, such as case management tools and legal software.
  • Understand the ethical principles and values that professionals in the legal field should uphold.

Course Content

  • Introduction to the Legal System

    • Definition of the legal system and its importance.
    • Types of law: Civil, Criminal, Administrative, and Commercial.
    • The role of a lawyer in the legal system.

  • Local and International Laws

    • The difference between local and international laws.
    • Legal impacts on global businesses.
    • Laws regulating international trade.

  • Rights and Obligations of Individuals

    • Basic rights of individuals within the legal system.
    • Legal obligations of individuals and businesses.

  • Effective Communication

    • Effective communication strategies in the legal context.
    • Active listening skills.
    • Handling the public and clients effectively.

  • Negotiation Skills

    • Basic negotiation techniques.
    • Key elements of successful negotiation.

  • Dispute Management

    • Methods of resolving legal disputes.
    • The importance of negotiation in dispute management.

  • Time Management in Legal Work

    • Effective time management techniques.
    • Tools for organizing time and tasks.
    • Prioritizing in legal work.

  • Document and File Management

    • Best practices in managing legal files.
    • Strategies for organizing documents.
    • Using technology to organize information.

  • Teamwork and Leadership

    • Building effective legal teams.
    • Basic leadership skills.
    • Promoting collaboration among team members.

  • Modern Trends in the Legal Field

    • Technological innovations in the legal field.
    • The impact of technology on legal service delivery.
    • Challenges and opportunities presented by technology.

  • Legal Software Tools

    • Overview of software tools used in legal work.
    • How to choose the appropriate software.

  • Professional Ethics

    • The importance of ethics in legal practice.
    • Ethical standards to be followed.
    • Discussing common ethical cases in legal work.

  • Legal Research

    • Strategies for researching legal sources.
    • Effectively using legal databases.
    • How to evaluate the reliability of legal sources.

  • Legal Analysis

    • Techniques for analyzing legal texts.
    • Developing critical thinking skills.

  • Legal Report Writing

    • Fundamentals of effective legal report writing.
    • Organizing information clearly.
    • The importance of accuracy and clarity in legal writing.
 
 
 
 

Course Date

2025-03-10

2025-06-09

2025-09-08

2025-12-08

Course Cost

Note / Price varies according to the selected city

Members NO. : 1
£3800 / Member
Members NO. : 2 - 3
£3040 / Member
Members NO. : + 3
£2356 / Member

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