Litigation Drafting Skills

Price excludes VAT

Locations and Dates

Live Online – 26 April 2024 (fully booked – contact team to discuss waiting lists)

Live Online – 17 July 2024

Live Online – 3 December 2024

Format & Delivery

Drafting

Topics Covered
Prior Knowledge

No prior drafting experience is necessary, but a core understanding of the relevant procedural rules (especially CPR Part 16 and Practice Direction (PD) 16) will assist you.

There are also books about drafting available if you wish to gain a little insight into these skills before attending the course.

Coursework

Preparation

Compulsory preparation (3 hours) is provided in the form of two exercises, based around legal research and the critical analysis of pleadings.

Post-Coursework

Compulsory post-coursework (3 hours) is provided, in the form of two further exercises, again based around the critical analysis of pleadings and legal research, plus a personal development plan.

In addition to the above, further optional post-coursework is provided, in the form of a series of case studies for you to use to continue to practice your drafting and self-analysis skills after the course.

Competencies

A4        Draw on a sufficient detailed knowledge and understanding of their field(s) of work and role in order to practise effectively

B1        Obtain relevant facts

B4        Draft documents which are legally effective and accurately reflect the client’s instructions

B5        Undertake effective spoken and written advocacy.