Description
Take your legal knowledge and professional skills to the next level with our Complete 3-Module Bundle, offering a discounted rate when enrolling in all three core courses together. Designed for legal support professionals, aspiring paralegals, and those working within Scottish legal practices, this comprehensive programme provides practical, exam-assessed training in three essential areas:
- Cashroom Accounting & Administration
- Executry Procedures
- Feeing
By completing all three modules, you’ll gain a well-rounded understanding of legal office procedures, regulatory compliance, financial administration, executry work, and feeing practices. The knowledge and skills acquired can be applied immediately in the workplace, helping you develop confidence and competence in a legal practice environment.
Save by enrolling in all three modules as a package and paying at the start of the course.
Module 1: Cashroom Accounting & Administration
Duration: 10 Weeks + Exam
Aims
- Become familiar with the Law Society of Scotland Practice Rules 2011.
- Develop a solid working knowledge of cashroom accounting requirements.
- Apply Accounts Rules confidently in a practical legal environment.
- Understand VAT requirements and banking procedures within legal practice.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, students will be able to interpret and apply the Accounts Rules, including Money Laundering Regulations, in day-to-day cashroom operations. Learners will develop practical knowledge of accounting principles, VAT, banking procedures, and the administrative systems required to operate an efficient and compliant legal cashroom.
Module 2: Executry Procedures
Duration: 12 Weeks + Exam
Aims
- Develop a thorough understanding of executry procedures for both testate and intestate estates.
- Understand the rules and procedures relating to prior rights and legal rights.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this module, students will be able to confidently administer straightforward executries, whether testate or intestate. Learners will understand the key stages, documentation requirements, and timescales involved, while recognising when matters should be escalated to a supervisor or line manager for further advice.
Module 3: Feeing
Duration: 6 Weeks + Exam
Aims
- Understand the purpose and principles of legal feeing.
- Recognise the importance of maintaining accurate and complete client files.
- Understand the role and significance of Terms of Business letters.
- Apply the Law Society of Scotland’s rules and guidance in relation to charging fees.
- Develop the skills required to fee files accurately and efficiently.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion, students will be able to calculate fees accurately from a properly maintained file, apply the correct charging rates, and identify missing or incomplete information that may impact billing accuracy and compliance. Important Note: This module does not cover Legal Aid work.
Why Choose the Complete 3-Module Bundle?
✔ Discounted package price compared to enrolling on individual modules
✔ Comprehensive training across three essential legal practice areas
✔ Exam-assessed courses that demonstrate professional competence
✔ Practical, workplace-focused learning with immediate real-world application
✔ Ideal for legal cashroom staff, legal administrators, secretaries, paralegals, and those seeking career progression within Scottish legal practice
