Prepare for the Portfolio in your own time with our online support course.
Developed by Datalaw's Assessment Board and accessible
via any internet connected computer, mobile or other internet ready device for
a period of 12 months, this practical sample-based course and contains the following:
How to Prepare a Perfect Magistrates’ Court Portfolio Webinar
In
theory the Portfolio should be the easiest part of the accreditation; It can be
completed in your own time, you are able to access any legal materials you
require, and it comprises cases which you have chosen yourself.
In
practice, a surprising number of
candidates rush the Portfolio assessment and begin writing up their cases
without proper consideration of the guidance available. These candidates are
significantly more likely to make basic errors which can be easily avoided, if
you allow adequate time and gather sufficient resources before commencing the
Portfolio.
The key
purpose of this webinar is to assist candidates understand what the Assessment
Board are looking for when marking the Portfolio, so that you can write up your
cases accordingly. Remember, the Assessment Board cannot assume anything!
Stating that ‘I advised my client regarding…’ is not sufficient. You need to
detail what you did, what you said and why.
Building
on the guidance provided on registration, this session will break-down what
headings you should use when writing up a case study, what information needs to
be included within each section and the level of detail required. Consideration
will be given to the following areas:
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Common reasons for failure
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The key legal resources you will need when assembling
your Portfolio
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How to effectively gather and analyse information
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Case selection – Why choosing the right cases is key
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The difference between short & detailed cases inc.
range, scope, case length etc.
In
addition, this webinar will offer practical guidance in respect of the
technical requirements of the Portfolio including the age and chronology of
your cases, which forms must be included within your submission etc.
Sample Portfolios
The
course includes several sample Portfolios for you to review while putting your
own submission together.
Supporting Documentation
Full
course notes are provided. These notes contain sample case studies, with
commentary, which will assist you when writing up your own Portfolio.
For further information or to request an invoice, please contact the Accreditations Department on 0151 236 2024.