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The journey starts in Year 12 with a genuine interest in the profession and undertaking work experience.  \nThis small booklet will help you to make the best application, demonstrating your understanding of the qualities needed to be a solicitor or a barrister. University Admission Officers are seeking to find applicants who have identified their strengths and experiences which match those qualities.  \n\n| Work Experience\u003Cbr>Practical first-hand experience in a legal environment is essential. A range of opportunities would provide the insight necessary to reflect on your ability to interact with legal professionals.\u003Cbr>• Volunteer at the Citizens Advice Bureau\u003Cbr>• Be a member of a society: for example, Justice and Peace\u003Cbr>• Work shadow a solicitor in a legal firm\u003Cbr>• Work experience in a legal section of a large company or university, city council etc\u003Cbr>• Shadow a legal journalist\u003Cbr>• Visit the Crown and Magistrates courts\u003Cbr>• Work experience in the court environment\u003Cbr>• Meet a Barrister or Judge to discuss their role\u003Cbr>• Further work experience in the community would demonstrate your\u003Cbr>ability to interact with people, for example, charity sector voluntary work\u003Cbr>NB: It is important that you record your reflections throughout a placement or volunteering programme. Use the core values and skills to consider how you have developed personally from the experiences.\u003Cbr>Remember: Demonstrate a basic awareness and understanding of the law. Consideration of the present social factors that influence the law will broaden your knowledge. |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| | | |\n\n\n| Prior to applying\u003Cbr>Qualities required of legal professionals:\u003Cbr>• Intellectual ability: law is a complex entity which requires,\u003Cbr>o the ability to analyse and solve problems using logical and critical approaches\u003Cbr>o the capacity for accurate and critical observations, for sustained and cogent argument\u003Cbr>o creativity and flexibility of thought and lateral thinking\u003Cbr>o the ability to listen and be able to give considered responses.\u003Cbr>• Versatility, no two days will be the same\u003Cbr>• A desire to work with and for people\u003Cbr>• Commitment, training is rigorous, requiring substantial effort of resources\u003Cbr>• Motivation and capacity for successful and intense work\u003Cbr>• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\u003Cbr>Reflect on the statement above and ask yourself questions of how you have acquired these attributes?\u003Cbr>• Have you participated in a Debating society? Enjoyed making presentations?\u003Cbr>• Do you have an awareness of the inequalities in society?\u003Cbr>• Have you participated in campaigns?\u003Cbr>• Are you a member of the Diversity group organised by Ms Gill?\u003Cbr>Think of the examples which would illustrate a real understanding of the core values. |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| | |\n\nAction  \nResearch:  [www.barcouncil.org.uk](www.barcouncil.org.uk)  \n[www.lawsociety.org.uk](www.lawsociety.org.uk)  \nChoosing a Law School, things to consider:  \n• Type of course  \no Choose one that suits your needs in relation to specific areas covered, the actual course content and the teaching methods  \no Check the degree is a qualifying LLB (Bachelor of Law) degree. Some universities offer BA (Bachelor of Arts) in Law. Unlike the LLB, some of these courses may not be counted as one of the steps towards qualifying as a solicitor as they do not cover all seven foundations of legal knowledge.  \n􀂃 Criminal Law  \n􀂃 Equity and Trusts  \n􀂃 EU Law  \n􀂃 Tort Law  \n􀂃 Property Law  \n􀂃 Public Law, which includes constitutional law,  \nadministrative law and human rights law  \n􀂃 NOTE: [www.sra.org.uk](www.sra.org.uk) keeps a list of all qualifying law degrees and the universities that offer them  \n• Size and location  \n• Placements  \n• Research opportunities: present","cbCaijwDWa3SqHuR","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaijwDWa3SqHuR","pdf",1241454,18,"English","# Introduction\n## Work Experience\n## Prior to Applying: Qualities Required\n## Action Plan: Research and Investigate\n## Keep a Diary and Record Learning\n## Useful Websites\n## Reading","[{\"question\":\"How does the journey into law begin according to the booklet?\",\"answer\":\"The journey starts in Year 12 with a genuine interest in the profession and undertaking work experience.\"},{\"question\":\"What work experience does the booklet suggest to strengthen a law application?\",\"answer\":\"It recommends practical, first-hand experience such as volunteering at the Citizens Advice Bureau, work shadowing a solicitor, court visits, meeting a barrister or judge, and community-based work through the charity or similar sectors.\"},{\"question\":\"What qualities are required of legal professionals?\",\"answer\":\"The booklet highlights intellectual ability, versatility, a desire to work with people, commitment, motivation for intense work, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.\"},{\"question\":\"What should students research and check before applying to a law school?\",\"answer\":\"Students should research law bodies and choose a qualifying LLB degree, then consider course type, size and location, placements, research opportunities, extra activities, and student support, while also investigating academic assessment methods and interview structure.\"}]","A Journey into Law - Law School Application Guidance | PDF",45]