NALP Level 7 Diploma in Paralegal Practice

Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NALP. Classified as a Occupational Qualification.

Qualification Level

Level 7

Awarding Body

NALP

Syllabus Units

6 Units

Guided Hours

Flexible

Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.

Course Syllabus & Study Modules

Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand and be able to apply the Pre-Action stage of civil litigation in England and Wales
Know how to commence proceedings in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules and the various routes the case may take throughout the process
Have a thorough understanding of how to prepare for Trial including how evidence is dealt with and how the case should be managed
Understand the procedure before, during and after the trial including the remedies available and the right to appeal
Know how costs are dealt with and be able to identify the assessment process for a given scenario
Be able to advise a client on the various enforcement options available post trial

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand what information to obtain when taking instructions and why it is required.
Know the importance of conducting anti money laundering checks.
Understand the information that should be retrieved from the official copies to enable Contracts to be drafted and issued
Understand how to obtain searches and what the results will contain including enquiries that should be raised as a result of these and the title check.4.
Understand the process which should be followed when the transaction involves a mortgage
Be able to advise upon the different options available for Co-Ownership and when to recommend that a Declaration of Trust is put in place
Identify the differences in procedures where a property is unregistered, leasehold, new build or a transfer of par
Understand the meaning of Exchange and the procedures to be followed
Know what Pre-Completion procedures should be put into place following exchange
Understand the process on the day of Completion
Have a thorough understanding of the Post Completion procedures relating to mortgages, Stamp Duty Land Tax and registration

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the various types of Business Structures available to organisations
Be able to evaluate and analyse how a company is incorporated and understand the 'veil of incorporation' and lifting the veil
Be able to describe Public and Private Companies and have a thorough understanding of the Incorporation Procedure and the Key Players involved
Be able to analyse the various reasons and consequences of Liquidation of Companies
Have a thorough understanding as to the Creation and Dissolution of Partnerships
Critically analyse Companies versus Partnerships
Describe and evaluate Financial Aspects of Business
Demonstrate an understanding as to when Reconstructions, Mergers and Takeovers are applicable and the procedure for these

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Key Learning Objectives:

Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the police powers to stop, search and detain and the accused’s rights during custody and for bail.
Outline the funding arrangements available
Understand how the Criminal Procedure Rules should be applied from the outset and how preliminary proceedings will commence and the allocation of the case for trial to the appropriate court.3.
Identify when disclosure takes place and what it must contain.
Explain how evidence is dealt with including from witnesses and experts.4.
Understand the procedure at trial and the sentencing options depending upon the court and severity of the case
Know the accused’s right to appeal and how costs will be dealt with

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand valid void and voidable marriages and civil partnerships
Understand non court dispute resolution and Family mediation
Understand procedure for a divorce
Understand the protection available against Domestic Violence and the procedure for obtaining the same
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the financial remedies available and the procedure for obtaining them
Understand the proceedings which can be brought relating to Children

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Key Learning Objectives:

Analyse the formalities for making a Will
Evaluate the devises and legacies that a testator can bequeath and the circumstances where these may fail
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of how a Will can be revoked
Analyse the statutory rules of intestacy where a Deceased died without a valid Will
Understand the role of the Personal Representatives
Describe and evaluate the Procedure in Administering an Estate
Understand when Inheritance Tax is payable and the procedures for submitting the appropriate tax forms
Have a good understanding of the circumstances when Probate can become contentious