8 Law Society courses in Edinburgh delivered Live Online

This one day online course will assist candidates in preparing for the forthcoming initial Senior Caseworker exam.

This half day online course will assist candidates in preparing for the forthcoming initial Casework Assistant exam.

TOLES Foundation Certificate in Legal English Skills Why Attend Legal English is a different language from general English. Just as lawyers in any particular country write in a different language from other people in that country, so do English lawyers. Sentences are often structured differently in legal English. The words lawyers use are often centuries old and no longer commonly used in general English. New prepositions must be learned and practiced. When reading a commercial contract or a letter, there is new technical vocabulary to understand on every page. This course is designed to look at authentic rather than artificial legal context. For this reason, there is a strong focus upon practical and authentic tasks, and upon candidates having a good grasp of terminology from the outset. The course takes account of significant language reforms in the English legal system and the legal profession's continued movement towards clearer use of English as recommended on Legal Practice courses at all major UK universities and legal training centers. The Test of English Legal English Skills (TOLES) governing body is a member of the International Division of the Law Society of England and Wales. Multi-national companies such as Allen & Overy LLP, Baker and McKenzie, PWC, KPMG, Sony Ericsson, European Court of Justice, European Central Bank and many more use TOLES training and exams to prepare their law professionals whose first language is not English for the international legal challenges. On the final day of the course, participants will take their TOLES Exam to earn the TOLES Foundation Certificate in Legal English Skills. Course Methodology The course consists of group discussions as well as individual and team tasks. There will be writing exercises and practice exams at the end of each day, culminating in sitting the TOLES Foundation Exam on the final day of the course. Course Objectives By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Apply correct legal vocabulary when communicating with clients/law professionals and will be familiar with modern legal writing style Recognize common mistakes in English and will be able to identify accurate prepositions and collocations within a legal context, particularly within the context of written contracts Differentiate between the English legal system and the American legal system Recognize improvements in their reading and comprehension skills of legal documents and demonstrate accurate written solutions within a legal context Target Audience This course is useful for law and legal professionals, translators, contract assistants and managers who already possess good general English and are now acquiring legal vocabulary, as well as those who are required to obtain a TOLES certification by their organization. Target Competencies Legal vocabulary and grammar Legal communication Legal comprehension skills Formal written contracts Note The Test of English Legal English Skills (TOLES) governing body is a member of the International Division of the Law Society of England and Wales. Multi-national companies such as Allen & Overy LLP, Baker and McKenzie, PWC, KPMG, Sony Ericsson, European Court of Justice, European Central Bank and many more use TOLES training and exams to prepare their law professionals whose first language is not English for the international legal challenges. The TOLES Foundation level exam tests Legal reading and writing. The focus of the exam is on testing the absolute linguistic accuracy required of lawyers in a modern international office. This means accuracy in two main areas: technical legal vocabulary, and grammar. Vocabulary from commercial deals, company documents, commercial contracts, intellectual property agreements, financial documents and forms of business are tested, as well as legal terminology from other areas. Upon passing the exam, participants will receive the TOLES Foundation Certificate. The Legal Profession Working in law Making a claim in civil court Areas of law Vocabulary check TOLES Foundation Exam practice The Language of Banking A new bank account Working in a bank Loans Vocabulary check TOLES Foundation Exam practice The Language of Contract Law A contract case More about precedent The elements of a contract The end of an offer What is consideration Contract and statute Going to court Vocabulary check TOLES Foundation Exam practice The Language of Employment Law Being an employer An employment contract How can an employment contract end? Acting for an employee Acting for an employer An employment case Vocabulary check TOLES Foundation Exam practice The Language of Tort Law What is the Law of Tort? Types of Tort The duty of care More about negligence A famous case in English law Vocabulary check TOLES Foundation Exam practice Understanding Contracts - Part 1 The style of written contract Understanding formal expressions Understanding technical words Understanding archaic terms Understanding some common words The structure of a contract Vocabulary check TOLES Foundation Exam practice The Language of Business Law Sole traders Partnerships A partnership agreement Limited liability partnerships Companies Public and private limited companies Incorporating a company Vocabulary check TOLES Foundation Exam practice Modern Letter Writing The layout of a letter Dates Complimentary close References Subject lines The body of a letter Putting a letter together The register of letter writing The content of a letter Typical sentences in legal letters Letter writing clinic Correcting common mistakes in letter writing TOLES Foundation Exam practice The Language of Company Law Who runs a company Areas of company law Directors Company meetings Company finance - a case study Closing a company Insolvent companies Vocabulary check TOLES Foundation Exam practice Understanding Contracts - Part 2 Some typical contract clauses Some important commercial vocabulary Termination clauses Intellectual property clauses Warranty, indemnity and force majeure clauses Vocabulary check TOLES Foundation Exam

This training is for lawyers and covers key topics to ensure compliance with the Lexcel standard and other regulations.

We are data protection specialists and this is our flagship training programme for Data Protection Officers, Data Protection Managers, Compliance Managers or anyone with a responsibility for Data Protection. The Data Protection (GDPR) Practitioner Certificate is an internationally recognised qualification, endorsed by TQUK, which is regulated by Ofqual, a UK Government department. It equips current and aspiring data protection officers and data protection managers with knowledge and skills to undertake data protection compliance activities throughout an organisation. It is a valuable course for anybody with data protection compliance responsibilities. The course takes account of the latest developments in this fast moving subject, together with the latest guidance from the ICO and includes real life, practical examples throughout. There are two versions of the course (with the same content and same trainer). The courses priced at £1200 are run by Computer Law Training and lead to the TQUK endorsed certificate. The courses priced at £1440+VAT are run in collaboration with, and are booked through, the Law Society of Scotland and, on successful completion, lead to the TQUK endorsed certificate and a 'Certified Specialist' certification from the Law Society of Scotland. Suitability - Who should attend? The training programme for Data Protection Officers, Data Protection Managers, Compliance Managers, Corporate Governance Managers or anyone with a responsibility for Data Protection. The Data Protection (GDPR) Practitioner Certificate is ideal for you if you: Are already undertaking the role of Data Protection Officer Expect to be filling the post of Data Protection Officer in their current employment Are looking for employment as a Data Protection Officer Have, or expect to have, data protection responsibilities in their organisation Need to advise others on data protection compliance Wish to be able to demonstrate verifiable practical skills and learning in this area. It is suitable for those working in: the public sector, the private sector and the third sector. In either case, it will teach participants essential data protection skills and in depth knowledge. Outcome / Qualification etc. Understand the importance of data protection legislation and compliance in the UK and beyond. Interpret key terminology of the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) in a practical context Understand the key obligations of the UK GDPR and DPA Create appropriate policies and procedures necessary for data protection compliance Carry out a data protection audit and gap analysis Develop an action plan to address a data protection gap analysis Respond appropriately to data protection issues arising in an organisation Carry out the duties of a data protection officer Undertake accountability and risk analysis activities Training Course Content Day 1 Data Protection – history and background GDPR Overview What, really, is personal data Purposes & Legal Bases Day 2 Consent Special Categories of Personal Data Data Subject Rights Transparency Requirements Data Processors and Controllers Information Security Obligations Breach Reporting and Recording Day 3 Restricted (International) Transfers Cloud Services Accountability The Personal Data Audit & Record of Processing The “Accountability Portfolio” Data Protection by Design & Default Data Protection Impact Assessments Privacy Enhancing Technologies Data Protection Officers Direct Marketing & Cookies Day 4 Data Protection Act 2018 HR Issues Risk Frameworks Data Protection Governance Day 5 Data Protection Audit Gap Analysis Action Plan Implementation The ICO and Enforcement Brexit and the future (crystal ball!) The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) Questions Course delivery details The course is delivered on Zoom. It lasts 5 days over 3 weeks, 9.30-16.30. The advertised start date is usually a Tuesday which is the first day of the course. The course normally continues on the Thursday of that week, Tuesday and Thursday the following week and one day in the third week: 24, 26, 31 January & 2, 7 February 2023 The one-hour test to obtain the certificate is online by arrangement in the week or two following the course. The trainer for the course is Tim Musson, who has a Master of Laws degree in IT and Telecoms Law, is a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/E) and a Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT).

This training is designed for lawyers and covers key topics to ensure compliance with the Specialist Quality Mark (SQM) and other regulations.

This training is for lawyers who may come into contact with vulnerable people through their work. In particular, it is aimed at those who hold legal aid contracts and must meet the requirements of the Specialist Quality Mark (SQM) standard in respect of safeguarding. Everyone has the right to be kept safe from harm, abuse or neglect. We all have obligations to ensure that vulnerable people are protected and that we have appropriate procedures in place to ensure that abuse is identified and reported.  We will help you to understand the following; What is safeguarding? The different types of abuse Example signs of abuse, harm and neglect What action should be taken if abuse is suspected The SQM requirements What a Safeguarding Policy should include Target Audience The online course is suitable for staff of all levels, from support staff to senior partners and is aimed at firms maintaining or wishing to obtain the Specialist Quality Mark. Resources Comprehensive and up to date course notes will be provided to all delegates which may be useful for ongoing reference or cascade training. Please note a recording of the course will not be made available. Speaker Amie Higgins, Consultant, DG Legal Amie is a Senior Solicitor, qualified under the Law Society’s Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme (IAAS) as an Advanced Caseworker and Supervisor. Amie specialises in all aspects of Immigration, Asylum and Human Rights work, with a specialism in human trafficking/modern slavery cases and working with vulnerable clients. Amie is an experienced trainer, delivering a range of training on both legal and practice management topics.

There are a number of reasons why it is important to actively promote equality and diversity within your business and the wider community, not only to ensure compliance with anti-discrimination legislation and professional regulations, including the SRA Standards & Regulations. There will also be business benefits to the organisation including attracting and retaining talented staff, improving staff morale, potentially accessing a wider client base and enhancing service levels and client satisfaction. Join us for this useful overview session on equality, diversity & inclusion which will cover the following points; The Meaning of Equality Discrimination Harassment & Victimisation Unconscious Bias The Equality Act & the Protected Characteristics Reasonable Adjustments Complying with E&D requirements Target Audience This online course is suitable for staff of all levels, from support staff to senior partners. Resources Comprehensive and up to date course notes will be provided to all delegates which may be useful for ongoing reference or cascade training. Please note a recording of the course will not be made available. Speaker Amie Higgins, Consultant, DG Legal Amie is a Senior Solicitor, qualified under the Law Society’s Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme (IAAS) as an Advanced Caseworker and Supervisor. Amie specialises in all aspects of Immigration, Asylum and Human Rights work, with a specialism in human trafficking/modern slavery cases and working with vulnerable clients. Amie is an experienced trainer, delivering a range of training on both legal and practice management topics.