Course overview
The aim of the course is to provide an understanding of commercial and corporate legal practice to enable you as an entry-level lawyer to conduct standard commercial transactions such as the sale and purchase of a small business; understand the relevant risks associated with such a transaction for both parties; set up simple business structures using entities such as companies, trusts and partnerships; provide basic advice on finance and securities and on the obligations of companies and their officers; and appreciate the type of advice needed to assess the revenue implications of standard commercial transactions. This course is not designed as a refresher course in corporate law; rather it builds on academic knowledge in a practical setting. Topics include: creating commercial structures, franchising, commercial transactions, loans and securities, administration and taxation. The course is offered in partnership with South Australian practitioners.
Course learning outcomes
- Identify purpose, audience and structure and construct concise and cohesive written documents for a/legal/professional/general/audience within the context of Commercial and Corporate Law.
- Determine appropriate course of action to achieve desired objectives.
- Analyse a case study.
- Identify relevant legal strategies to apply within the practice of Commercial and Corporate Law, appropriate to a graduate lawyer.
- Demonstrate knowledge of legal ethical standards so as to meet professional expectations.
- Reflect on their abilities to effectively work within Commercial and Corporate Law.