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A guide to race and ethnicity terminology and language
Ethnicity is broader than race and has usually been used to refer to long shared cultural experiences, religious practices, traditions, ancestry, language, dialect or national origins (for example, African-Caribbean, Indian, Irish). Ethnicity can be seen as a more positive identity than one forged from the shared negative experiences of racism.
Qualifying work experience (QWE) - The Law Society
The purpose of QWE is to give candidates the opportunity to: develop some or all the competencies outlined in the statement of solicitor competence. develop knowledge and skills in the areas of ethics and professional conduct which are a key part of being a member of the solicitors’ profession. show future employers that they have gained a ...
SRA Standards and Regulations - The Law Society
The SRA's professional ethics helpline for solicitors offers advice on the SRA Standards and Regulations to solicitors, trainees and solicitor apprentices. You can choose to remain anonymous. Call 0370 6062577 from 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm, Monday to Friday. Chat with the team online between 9am and 10am, 1pm and 2pm, and 4pm and 5pm, Monday ...
Understanding when someone is deprived of their liberty
1 day ago · Our quick reference guides for specific care settings highlight factors that may restrict a person’s liberty and questions to help you establish whether a person is being deprived of their liberty: the hospital setting. the psychiatric setting. the care home setting. the supported living setting. the home setting. under 18s.
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Law Society Learning gives lawyers and legal practitioners access to a range of legal continuing professional development (CPD) courses.
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Power of attorney - The Law Society
An ordinary power of attorney. This is a legal way of giving someone else the power to manage your financial affairs when it is difficult for you to manage them yourself, perhaps because of a physical disability. Usually you appoint someone you trust, such as a close relative, friend, or solicitor as your 'attorney'.
Introduction to pro bono - The Law Society
Pro bono work is a vital part of the working lives of many solicitors. It helps people in the UK and abroad get access to justice if they cannot afford to pay for legal help. Pro bono work is legal advice or representation provided free of charge by legal professionals in the public interest. This can be to individuals, charities or community ...
The rule of law: what does it really mean? | The Law Society
In a keynote speech at Gray’s Inn on 15 February 2022, I. Stephanie Boyce, president of the Law Society, set out her view of what the rule of law means. The rule of law is at the heart of what it means to be a lawyer. Stephanie’s speech addressed different understandings of the rule of law, and the perception that it can clash with how ...