English Legal System

Aim

The purpose of this unit is to provide learners with an understanding of the sources of English law, the courts and their personnel and the different legal business entities.

Learning outcomes and assessment

LO1 Understand the court system and its alternatives

1.1 explain the differences between criminal and civil law

1.2 analyse the role of individual courts and assess their effectiveness within the court structure

1.3 evaluate court roles in live cases/case study material and present findings

1.4 explain the meaning of ADR and analyse its usefulness

LO2 Understand the finance of representation

2.1 explain sources of legal advice

2.2 assess implications of changes in funding

2.3 evaluate the role of solicitors, barristers and judges

LO3 Be able to evaluate the different sources of law

3.1 evaluate the current day importance of the sources of law

3.2 analyse the application of the sources of law in live situations/a case study and present findings

3.3 assess the effectiveness of the rules of interpretation

LO4 Be able to select an appropriate legal entity

4.1 evaluate the legal principles which influence choice of business entity in a given situation

4.2 justify your choice of legal entity.