| English Law |
English law is practised worldwide as many legal systems are based on English Common Law. Over
the years, countries have modified this to reflect their needs but its influence is still evident within the
legal policies and traditions of many countries, including Canada and several American States. In
Canada, the Conveyancing Protocol is very similar with some differences in names of authorities and
documents, such as Land Registry is called Register of Land Title Office and Title Information
Document called State of Title Certificate.
There are countries which have steadfastly adhered to English legal traditions and they have retained
the Privy Council in London as their ultimate Court of Appeal. Others have replaced wigs and gowns
with more modern attire, legal terminology have been replaced by plain terms and some court
procedures have been simplified.
English Law covers the geographical areas of England and Wales. Scotland enjoys its own legal
system and although Wales has undergone devolution with the creation of the new Welsh Assembly, it
is still bound within Civil and Criminal Law to the laws of England.
One of the peculiarities of our system is the Divided Profession of Solicitors and Barristers. Solicitors
are general legal practitioners who can either specialise in one aspect of law or they can offer legal
services in all areas. Barristers are our litigation specialists who can be instructed by solicitors
whenever there are more complicated court cases. Many overseas countries do not have this division
and there legal professionals are ‘Attorneys’, who can offer all aspects of legal work including taking
highly complicated cases through the courts.
All this makes it easier to achieve an international qualification from our online college, especially for
students of the Commonwealth.
With the increasing popularity and acceptance of online courses, qualifying in English Law has never
been more convenient. The number of students with Paralegal qualifications in particular has grown
and students worldwide are reaping the benefits. Law degrees are another popular option with some
UK universities offering online degrees. Gaining a Paralegal qualification can aid with acceptance to
some universities.
Anyone contemplating whether it is beneficial to pursue a UK qualification in law should be assured
that it is. An English qualification is still one which is highly respected but prospective students should
carry out ‘due diligence’ to ensure that the institution with which they choose to study, offers an
appropriate course.
Mature students are now experiencing life-changing career benefits, made possible with our online
courses which offer globally recognised Paralegal and Legal Secretary qualifications. Many students
have progressed to be undergraduates of UK universities, reading law. This level of achievement
could not have been contemplated until a few years ago since we brought significant career
opportunities to many because English Law is universal.
It is never too late to re-invent oneself and a course with us may be the perfect way to begin.
the years, countries have modified this to reflect their needs but its influence is still evident within the
legal policies and traditions of many countries, including Canada and several American States. In
Canada, the Conveyancing Protocol is very similar with some differences in names of authorities and
documents, such as Land Registry is called Register of Land Title Office and Title Information
Document called State of Title Certificate.
There are countries which have steadfastly adhered to English legal traditions and they have retained
the Privy Council in London as their ultimate Court of Appeal. Others have replaced wigs and gowns
with more modern attire, legal terminology have been replaced by plain terms and some court
procedures have been simplified.
English Law covers the geographical areas of England and Wales. Scotland enjoys its own legal
system and although Wales has undergone devolution with the creation of the new Welsh Assembly, it
is still bound within Civil and Criminal Law to the laws of England.
One of the peculiarities of our system is the Divided Profession of Solicitors and Barristers. Solicitors
are general legal practitioners who can either specialise in one aspect of law or they can offer legal
services in all areas. Barristers are our litigation specialists who can be instructed by solicitors
whenever there are more complicated court cases. Many overseas countries do not have this division
and there legal professionals are ‘Attorneys’, who can offer all aspects of legal work including taking
highly complicated cases through the courts.
All this makes it easier to achieve an international qualification from our online college, especially for
students of the Commonwealth.
With the increasing popularity and acceptance of online courses, qualifying in English Law has never
been more convenient. The number of students with Paralegal qualifications in particular has grown
and students worldwide are reaping the benefits. Law degrees are another popular option with some
UK universities offering online degrees. Gaining a Paralegal qualification can aid with acceptance to
some universities.
Anyone contemplating whether it is beneficial to pursue a UK qualification in law should be assured
that it is. An English qualification is still one which is highly respected but prospective students should
carry out ‘due diligence’ to ensure that the institution with which they choose to study, offers an
appropriate course.
Mature students are now experiencing life-changing career benefits, made possible with our online
courses which offer globally recognised Paralegal and Legal Secretary qualifications. Many students
have progressed to be undergraduates of UK universities, reading law. This level of achievement
could not have been contemplated until a few years ago since we brought significant career
opportunities to many because English Law is universal.
It is never too late to re-invent oneself and a course with us may be the perfect way to begin.
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| Lord Chief Justice - Lord Judge |
Wendy Souter
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