Institute of Legal Executives
PGED – FAST TRACK
Three month study period
Post Graduate Entry Diploma
This is an exciting development on a programme already developed by our Principal. It offers qualifying law graduates the opportunity to become Members of the Institute of Legal Executives in just a nine week study period. It is a direct alternative to the LPC solicitor route practice qualification.Frequently Asked Questions:
What is ILEX?
ILEX, the Institute of Legal Executives is the governing body for all its Student Members, Members and Fellows. It was established in 1963. It has the same status as The Law Society for solicitors and is recognised by the Ministry of Justice as being the ‘third arm’ of the legal profession. In other words, it has the same status as The Bar Council and The Law Society.
Who are Legal Executives and what do they do?
Legal Executives are fully qualified lawyers. A Legal Executive has a similar day to day role as a solicitor and they are valuable fee earning members of legal practices and some are in very senior positions heading up teams of lawyers. The Legal Services Act 2007 has provided enormous opportunities to those involved in the legal services industry and Members and Fellows of ILEX will be in prime position to benefit.
Legal Executives can:
Become Partners in law firms
Be Commissioners for Oaths
Apply for Judicial appointments
Legal Executive Advocates have the same rights of audience in court as solicitors in their chosen discipline.
Why should I choose Advance to study?
Advance is dedicated to ensuring that you receive the highest quality of education set in a professional environment. We see you as our valued customers and will provide an unprecedented quality of service and standard of education with access to IT and reading facilities through our enthusiastic team of tutors and support staff. It is the only institution in England & Wales offering Membership of ILEX in this format.
Why choose the PGED over the LPC?
There are a number of very important reasons why you should choose the
ILEX route to qualify as a lawyer:
• The opportunity to become a fee earner with a practice qualification in just a few months of obtaining your law degree.
• No need to fund the extremely high cost of the LPC.
• Only 2 months living expenses whilst you study.
• Will qualify to practise in a fraction of the time of your counterparts undertaking the LPC.
• Legal Executives do not need a training contract to practise.
• Low tuition fees in comparison to LPC.
• The employment opportunities are excellent.
Do I have the right qualifications to join the course?
You will need a qualifying law degree obtained within the last seven years.
How long is the course and when will I have to attend formal teaching sessions?
The course runs for 9 weeks starting on September 20th 2010. As this is a fast track route to qualification teaching will take place from Monday to Thursday from 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. with some evening work. Friday is regarded as a non-attending study day.
How is the programme taught and by whom?
The course is taught by professional practitioner tutors who embrace all the modern teaching techniques available. In the classroom you can expect to receive a variety of teaching methods to encompass all learning styles and requirements supported by hi-tec facilities. We will always ensure that your time with us will be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Our reputation relies on your success so you can always be assured of high quality tuition.
What will I be learning?
The PGED is a vocational course and will build on your substantive knowledge in law. You will be studying two electives from the following areas of legal practice:
• Ciivil Litigation
• Family Practice
• Probate Practice
• Company & Partnership Practice
• Conveyancing/Property Transactions
• Criminal Litigation
Employment Practice
and a compulsory Client Care Skills unit.
How will my work be assessed?
Following our intensive programme of study you will take your ILEX accredited examinations in January 2011. During the course you will be given assignments relating to Client Care issues. Your tutors will give you work to complete set at the same standard as the examinations and will provide you with detailed feedback on your performance. You will also have the opportunity to study past examination papers in the latter stages of the course.
How much will it cost?
The standard cost of the tuition for the 9 week period is £2937.50 inclusive of VAT. There is a 10% deposit on acceptance with the balance payable one month before commencement. We accept cash/cheques/debit and credit cards. There will be additional costs payable directly to ILEX for Student Membership and examination fees. Once you have obtained Membership you or your employer may be required to pay exemption fees.
