Course overview
The aim of the course is to develop your understanding of wills and estate practice to enable you as an entry-level lawyer to give practical advice to a client, draft simple wills, administer deceased estates, and take action to solve problems about wills and estates. The course is offered in partnership with South Australian practitioners and agencies.
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge required to draft a will and administer a deceased estate.
- Determine appropriate course of action to achieve desired objectives.
- Prepare, conduct and analyse real or simulated client interviews clarify instructions and provide follow-up and advice, ifapplicable, having regard to the circumstances, good practice and the requirements of the law.
- Assess client requirements and propose coherent feasible solutions.
- Demonstrate a commitment to work ethically and collaboratively so as to meet the professional expectations required of lawyers.