Through understanding the procedure and practice of Wills and Succession, you’ll be able to effectively assist in Wills and Succession matters in a solicitor’s firm or paralegal firm.
Develop key skills in taking effective instructions.
The aim of this qualification is to provide you with the knowledge to understand the operation of wills and succession.
In understanding the procedure and practice of Wills and Succession, you will be able to effectively assist in Wills and Succession matters in a solicitor’s firm, a paralegal firm or other alternative business structure.
In particular, the role of the Paralegal in taking effective instructions will be particularly useful in the work place.
This qualification enables progression on to the NALP Level 4 Wills and Succession Qualification, for those learners who wish to offer services in this area of law.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the formalities of a valid will in English Law and the exception provided for Soldiers, Airman and Sailors.
- Identify and describe the main elements of drafting a will and use legal terminology appropriately.
- Know the legal principles of revocation or alteration of a will or codicil.
- Understand the law relating to testamentary dispositions and their effect.
- Understand the operation of the statutory rules of Intestacy.
- Understand the role and powers of Personal Representatives.
- Understand the law in relation to grants of representation.
- Understand the provisions of the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants Act) 1975 in respect of claims under the terms of a will and under the intestacy rules.
