BWE1501 ASSINGMENT 1 (
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) DUE DATE 22 AUGUST
2025 .
Question 1 List the three (3) main careers in the legal profession.
1. Lawyer: Lawyers provide legal advice, represent clients in court, and draft legal
documents. They can specialize in various areas of law such as criminal law, corporate
law, or family law.
, 2. Judge: Judges preside over court proceedings, make decisions on legal cases, and ensure
that trials are conducted fairly. They may specialize in different types of law, such as
civil or criminal law.
3. Legal Consultant: Legal consultants provide expert advice on legal matters to individuals
or organizations. They may work independently or as part of a consulting firm, offering
guidance on legal strategies, compliance, and risk management.
Question 2 (3) Provide the main differences between Law firm paralegals and Community-
based paralegals. (4)
1. Working Environment
: - Law Firm Paralegals: These paralegals are employed by law firms and work closely
with attorneys on legal cases. Their environment is typically focused on billable hours and
the private practice of law. - Community-Based Paralegals: These paralegals often work in
non-profit organizations, legal aid clinics, or community service organizations. They may
be involved in grassroots efforts or advocacy and often serve underprivileged or
marginalized communities.
2. Roles and Responsibilities: - Law Firm Paralegals: Their tasks usually include legal
research, drafting documents, managing case files, and preparing for trials or hearings.
They work to support attorneys in the legal process. - Community-Based Paralegals: Their
responsibilities may include providing legal information and advice, conducting
community outreach, facilitating access to legal resources, and helping clients navigate the
100% CORRECT ANSWERS
nd
) DUE DATE 22 AUGUST
2025 .
Question 1 List the three (3) main careers in the legal profession.
1. Lawyer: Lawyers provide legal advice, represent clients in court, and draft legal
documents. They can specialize in various areas of law such as criminal law, corporate
law, or family law.
, 2. Judge: Judges preside over court proceedings, make decisions on legal cases, and ensure
that trials are conducted fairly. They may specialize in different types of law, such as
civil or criminal law.
3. Legal Consultant: Legal consultants provide expert advice on legal matters to individuals
or organizations. They may work independently or as part of a consulting firm, offering
guidance on legal strategies, compliance, and risk management.
Question 2 (3) Provide the main differences between Law firm paralegals and Community-
based paralegals. (4)
1. Working Environment
: - Law Firm Paralegals: These paralegals are employed by law firms and work closely
with attorneys on legal cases. Their environment is typically focused on billable hours and
the private practice of law. - Community-Based Paralegals: These paralegals often work in
non-profit organizations, legal aid clinics, or community service organizations. They may
be involved in grassroots efforts or advocacy and often serve underprivileged or
marginalized communities.
2. Roles and Responsibilities: - Law Firm Paralegals: Their tasks usually include legal
research, drafting documents, managing case files, and preparing for trials or hearings.
They work to support attorneys in the legal process. - Community-Based Paralegals: Their
responsibilities may include providing legal information and advice, conducting
community outreach, facilitating access to legal resources, and helping clients navigate the
