Legal Drafting for Beginners

Legal Drafting for Beginners

What You'll Learn:

• How to structure basic legal documents clearly and persuasively
• Common phrases and formatting used in court papers
• Mistakes to avoid when drafting claims, defences, or applications

Who This Is For:

• Beginners writing legal documents for the first time
• Anyone needing templates or structure to get started

10. The Role of Judges, Barristers, and Solicitors

What You'll Learn:

• Who does what in court: understanding professional roles
• When each type of legal professional becomes relevant to your case
• How to interact with judges and legal representatives as a litigant-in-person

Who This Is For:

• Self-representers or students navigating the courtroom system

11. Drafting Statements of Case

What You'll Learn:

• How to write a clear, compelling Particulars of Claim or Defence
• Structure, formatting, and what facts to include
• Techniques for persuading the court early in the process

Who This Is For:

• Litigants involved in County Court civil proceedings
• Anyone submitting pleadings or preparing a claim

12. Understanding Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)

What You'll Learn:

• Overview of the CPR and how it governs every civil case
• Key rules you must comply with (and what happens if you don’t)
• Where to find CPR guidance and how to apply it practically

Who This Is For:

• Self-represented parties in civil cases
• Paralegals, students, and early-stage legal professionals