This Paralegal course in Civil Court Practice will give an interesting and informative look at the workings of the Civil Court system.
- Civil Law and its sources including basic principles of delict, consumer and contract law
- Structure of the civil courts
- Detailed rules on jurisdiction in the Sheriff Court
- Small claims procedures from drafting summons to Proof including drafting a statement of claim
- Summary cause procedures from drafting summons to Proof
- Ordinary court procedures from drafting writ to Proof
- Court of Session procedure including preparation and presentation of cases
- The Appeal process and an examination of Judicial Expenses
- Debt recovery and diligence
- Professional ethics in relation to a Paralegal