Course Title: Produce complex legal documents

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2019

Course Code: JUST5191C

Course Title: Produce complex legal documents

School: 650T Vocational Business Education

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6141 - Advanced Diploma of Legal Practice

Course Contact: Robert Sheen

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5759

Course Contact Email: robert.sheen@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Robyn Lang

robyn.lang@rmit.edu.au

 

Inna Kazakevich

inna.kazakevich@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 80

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce complex legal documents using a range of advanced functions within at least one software package and integrating functions from at least two software packages.

This unit applies to individuals who apply a broad knowledge of administration tasks in providing support in a legal context. Its application in the workplace will be determined by the job role of the individual and the legislation, rules, regulations and codes of practice relevant to different jurisdictions.
 


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

BSBLEG418A Produce complex legal documents

Element:

1. Establish document design and structure

Performance Criteria:

1.1.Identify requirements of task in line with instructions

1.2.Select software appropriate to task

1.3.Determine document design and structure

1.4.Design and structure document to meet legislative requirements

1.5.Review and update existing precedent documents

Element:

2. Develop precedents for document design

Performance Criteria:

2.1.Develop and use precedents to ensure consistency of design and layout

2.2.Evaluate and amend templates to ensure document requirements can be met

2.3.Recommend improvements to design and/or structure of existing documents and facilitate a review process of suggested improvements

Element:

3. Prepare to produce documents

Performance Criteria:

3.1.Prepare documents using appropriate and available precedent documents according to organisation's policies and procedures

3.2.Enter and edit relevant data

3.3.Use a range of advanced software functions to ensure accurate completion of task

3.4.Check documents for spelling, grammar, numeric data and layout

3.5.Proofread documents for accuracy of content and consistency of layout and style

3.6.Make modifications to meet required specifications

3.7.Manage any difficulties to produce completed documents within agreed timelines

Element:

4. Prepare to print documents

Performance Criteria:

4.1.Print documents as required

4.2.Arrange review of documents with designated person

4.3.Undertake final printing of documents

Element:

5. Save file and exit system

Performance Criteria:

5.1.Save and store document in appropriate directory or folder

5.2.Close file and exit application programs without loss of data

5.3.Make back-up copies of file according to specified procedures

5.4.File and store discs/data according to organisation's policies and procedures


Learning Outcomes



 


Details of Learning Activities

A range of learning activities are planned for this course including self-paced and collaborative classroom based activities.

 

The self-paced activities will be delivered thought various technology platforms and include your contribution to wikis and discussion threads, reflective journals, quizzes and interactive sessions.

 

The collaborative classroom based activities will include group discussion, group problem solving activities and opportunities to practice your skills in a simulated/real workplace environment.

We expect you to participate and contribute in all scheduled learning activities.


Teaching Schedule

 

This course is one of six (6) courses comprising the “Working in a Legal Environment” (WiLE) segment of this program, the details of which are as follows:

 JUST5751

 Practise in a Legal Environment (PILE)

 EMPL7103C

 Undertake Career Planning

 MKTG7986C

 Use Communication to Build Relationships

 OFFC5196C

 Develop Keyboarding Speed and Accuracy

 JUST5191C

 Produce Complex Legal Documents

 BAFI5204C

 Establish and Maintain a Trust Account


The courses are co-delivered. JUST5751 Practise in a Legal Environment, MKTG 7986C Use communication to build relationships  and JUST 5191C Prepare and produce complex legal documents are also co-assessed. Please refer to the Weekly Schedule and the Assignments tab for more information. (Please note that the weekly schedule is subject to change).

Week 

Topic

Tutorial (Thurs)

Assessment- Continuous Feedback will be provided throughout the Practice Firm

 

 

 

 

PILE

Prepare Complex Legal Docs

Comm. Skills

Keyboarding
Speed and Accuracy

Maintain Trust Accounts

Undertake Career Planning

1

11 Feb

Practice Firm

Legal Ethics

Part B (Ongoing)-File Work assessment refer file instructions

 

Part B-(Ongoing) Maintain Trust Accounts assessment refer file instructions

 

2

18 Feb

Practice Firm

Trust/Office Accounts

 Part A-Quiz 1 22 Feb

 

 

 

3

25 Feb

Practice Firm

Costing a File and Billing a Client

 

Part A- Safe Work Practices Quiz by 1 March 2019

 

Draft Resume due by midnight  1 March 2019

4

4 March

Practice Firm

Finalise Conveyancing Transactions

 

 

Part A Online Quiz 1 due 8 March 2019

 

5

11 March

Practice Firm

Monthly Reconciliations

Part A-Quiz 2

13 March

Part B-Speed Test 1 on 13 March

 

 

6

18 March

Practice Firm

Entering Default Judgements and Affidavits

 

Part B- Speed Test 2 on 20 March 2019

Part A Online Quiz 2 due 22 March 2019

 

7

25 March

Practice Firm

Court Run

Part A-Quiz 3

29 March 2019

 

 

 

8

1 April

Practice Firm

Monthly Reconciliation (under assessment conditions)

File Work  Assess due 5 April 2019

Part B- Speed Test 3 on 3 April 2019

Part B Maintain Trust Account Monthly Reconciliation
Statement due
4 April  2019

Maintain Trust Accounts Files  Assess due 5 April  2019

 

9

8 April

Practical Placement

Staff Meeting

Introduce yourself to an employer (Part 1)

 

 

 

 

10

15 April

Practical Placement

Staff Meeting

Introduce yourself to an employer (Part 2)

 

 

 

 

Mid Semester Break 19 April to 26 April (inclusive)

11

29 April

Practical Placement

Staff Meeting

Time Management

 

 

 

 

12

6 May

Practical Placement

Staff Meeting

Dealing with Difficult Clients and Colleagues

Team Meeting Assessment due 10 May 2019

 

 

Careers Portfolio due 10 May 2019

13

13 May

Practical Placement

Staff Meeting

Feedback Interviews

 

 

 

 

14

20 May

Practical Placement

Feedback Interviews

Practical Placement Report due 24 May 2019 or 7 days after completion of placement

 

 

 

15

27 May

Practical Placement

Feedback Interviews

 

 

 

 

16

3 June

Resubmission if required

Resubmits

 

 

 

 


The nominal hours associated with this are a guide only and represent the total teaching time and student effort required to successfully complete this course.  This may include not only scheduled classes but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources


Overview of Assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

In order to demonstrate competency in this unit, you must provide evidence of the ability to:

* ensure that confidentiality and security of information are maintained
* produce and present accurate documents that conform to specified standards within agreed timelines
* use advanced functions of at least one software package or integrate functions of at least two software packages, in document production
* apply knowledge of relevant legislation, rules, regulations, codes of practice and research resources.
 

Context for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

* the internet
* an actual workplace or simulated environment
* workplace manuals and reference materials, such as company policies, procedural manuals, checklists, sources of documentation and sample forms
* background information on courts, their jurisdiction and behavioural requirements
* appropriate technology, such as computers with relevant software
* appropriate texts and people with expert knowledge, such as legal practitioners
* appropriate legislation and regulations relevant to legal context.You are advised that you are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate your assessment work to your teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.


Feedback

Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions. You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions so that you can obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed.

You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning effectiveness and final performance in the course.

Finally, you can email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain more feedback on your progress.


Assessment Tasks

Course

Assessments

JUST5751 Practise in a Legal Environment

MKTG 7986C Use communication to build relationships

JUST 5191C Prepare and produce complex legal documents

Assessment Task 1- File Work (Due Week 8)

This assessment requires you to prepare and produce accurate legal documentation on fictitious clients’ files, use appropriate forms of communications between clients, third parties and co-workers, use advanced functions in Microsoft word and demonstrate an understanding of legal ethics in running a client file by completing online quizzes. Refer to the Assessment document for full details including rubric.

Assessment Task 2- Team Meetings (Due Week 12)

This assessment requires you to prepare an agenda and chair a team meeting, participate in team projects and prepare detailed and accurate minutes. Refer to the Assessment document for full details including rubric.

Assessment Task 3- Practical Placement Report (Due Week 14 or 7 days after completion of placement) 

This assessment requires you to undertake a 20-day practical placement and provide a written report of approximately 1,000 words detailing your experiences during WIL and 500 word reflective observations of what you learned and what value you gained from the placement both personally and professionally. Refer to the Assessment document for full details including rubric.

 

To be deemed competent you must successfully complete all assessments.

NOTE:  Details about specific tasks and assessment criteria will be included in each of the Assessment tasks documents listed in CANVAS (Learning Management System) under Assessments heading.


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix that maps all the assessment is available on CANVAS 

Other Information

 

Submission Requirements

 

You should:

 

  • Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date. 
  • Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks. (hard copy and soft copy)
  • When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use the Assessment task document that includes a declaration and statement of authorship.
  • Each page of your assessment should include footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment, unit code and title and page numbers.

Late Submission Procedures

You are required to submit assessment items and/or ensure performance based assessment is completed by the due dates.

If you are prevented from submitting an assessment item on time, by circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance to your teacher for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days.

More Informationhttps://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work

Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for Special Consideration.  Applications for special consideration must be submitted no later than FIVE working days after the assessment task deadline or scheduled examination.

More Information:https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration

Resubmissions (VET Programs):

If you are found to be unsuccessful in a particular Course Assessment Task (or you do not submit/attend) you will be allowed one resubmission.  Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission. 

If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements you must apply to your Program Manager in writing outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submission will be considered by the Program Team and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.

Grading & re-submissions

Successful re-submissions will contribute a CAG only (Competency Achieved Grading) result to your overall grade for the course.

Adjustments to Assessment

In certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment. For more information about the circumstances under which the assessment arrangements might be granted please access the following website:

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment

 

Marking Guide (Competency):

 

You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in the unit of competency you are studying.

 

You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you about your progress and how well you are performing.

 

 

Marking Guide (Grading)

 

After achieving competency we then grade your performance in the unit and you will achieve one of the following grades:

 

Final Grades table:

 

 

CHD

Competent with High Distinction

 

 

CDI

Competent with Distinction

 

 

CC

Competent with Credit

 

 

CAG

Competency Achieved – Graded

 

 

CA

Competency Achieved – Not Graded

 

 

NYC

Not Yet Competent

 

 

DNS

Did Not Submit for assessment

 

       

 

 

Further information regarding the application of the grading criteria will be provided by your teacher.


 

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