Careers in the Law (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Quizzes
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What are the two main branches of the Australian legal profession?
What are the two main branches of the Australian legal profession?
Solicitors & Barristers
Who is typically the first point of contact for legal matters in Australia?
Who is typically the first point of contact for legal matters in Australia?
Solicitors
Where must lawyers undergo admission after completing practical training?
Where must lawyers undergo admission after completing practical training?
Supreme Court
What skill are barristers particularly specialized in?
What skill are barristers particularly specialized in?
Advocacy
How are barristers typically engaged for a case?
How are barristers typically engaged for a case?
Briefed by solicitors
What titles denote the most senior barristers?
What titles denote the most senior barristers?
King's Counsel or Senior Counsel
Which is NOT a type of solicitor employment setting?
Which is NOT a type of solicitor employment setting?
Independent barrister practice
What must barristers complete to join the Victorian Bar?
What must barristers complete to join the Victorian Bar?
Specialized training & examination
Which career uses legal knowledge WITHOUT needing a practicing certificate?
Which career uses legal knowledge WITHOUT needing a practicing certificate?
Policy analyst
What percentage of Australian politicians have law degrees?
What percentage of Australian politicians have law degrees?
Approximately 10%