Introduction

This programme is aimed at those who wish to progress further in their law career or those who have graduated from university looking to start their career in the legal sector. The course will help develop a trainee’s knowledge of the law and procedures from a selected pathway including: • Civil Litigation • Criminal Litigation • Family Practice The course is also designed to help trainees develop their skills in setting out legal research strategies, taking instructions from clients and offering legal advice, analysing and evaluating data to inform strategies and decision making in legal casework and drafting and representing clients in court using relevant communication skills and techniques used by advocates. Trainees will also complete the mandatory CILEX Professional Qualification (CPQ) as part of the apprenticeship, which provides them with a greater knowledge of different areas of practice before specialising in their chosen pathway