Legal Terminology QUIZ

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Legal Terminology

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06/10/18

QUESTION 1/10

What is a DX Number?

A private post system that Solicitors use

A Solicitor's reference number

Correct

A DX Number is a private post system that most Solicitors use. It is quicker and cheaper than the Royal Mail

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QUESTION 2/10

What is Legal Aid?

Funding offered by the Government to help with legal costs

Treatment provided if you are injured at a Solicitor's office

The work provided by a Solicitor

Correct

Legal Aid means that the Government will help the client with the cost of legal expenses. The details tab in RITA will tell you if the firm offer it

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QUESTION 3/10

What does 'No Win, No Fee' mean?

The client represents themselves and won't have to pay the court if they lose

If the Solicitor does not win the case, there will be no cost to the client

If the Solicitor wins the case, the client does not have to pay

You can't win if you don't pay

Correct

No Win, No Fee means if the Solicitor does not win the case on behalf of their client, there will be no costs. This system is usually used for Personal Injury claims

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QUESTION 4/10

What term would you use when a caller requests a signature or to have something witnessed?

Approval

Swear

Correct

A Swear is when someone would like to have something signed or witnessed by a Solicitor. It will usually be for identification but can be used for other reasons

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QUESTION 5/10

Who would you need to speak to first when needing legal advice?

The Police

A Solicitor

A family member

Correct

A Solicitor is the first person you would go to if you required legal assistance. They provide expert legal support and advice to clients, undertake negotiations and draft legal documents

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QUESTION 6/10

What is a paralegal?

A person who looks after you when you are at the Solicitor's office

A person who is educated and trained to perform legal tasks but is not qualified as a Solicitor or Barrister

A person who answers the phone for a Solicitor or Barrister

Correct

A Paralegal is someone who is educated and trained to perform legal tasks but who is not a qualified Solicitor or Barrister

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QUESTION 7/10

What is a notary?

Someone who is able to legally sign or witness a document before it goes abroad

A type of currency

A criminal offence

A note taker

Correct

A Notary or a Notary Public is very similar to a Swear, however it is recognised abroad as being an authentic document. Any documents sent or used abroad will require a Notary or Notary Public

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QUESTION 8/10

What are Barrister's Chambers?

The court where the Barrister is attending

The office used by the Barrister or Judge

The Barrister's bedroom

Correct

A Barrister's Chambers is a room or office used by Barristers or a judge. They tend to share an office to cover costs

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QUESTION 9/10

What is a Will?

An important document that outlines what will happen to your Estate following your death

A document that you are given when you are born

A document to show you own your house

Correct

A Will is an important document that describes what you would like to happen to your Estate following your death. This would normally cover bank accounts, investments, your home, personal posessions and any funeral wishes

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QUESTION 10/10

10

What is an Executor?

The person dealing with the Estate of the deceased

The owner of the Estate

Correct

An Executor will deal with the Estate on behalf of the deceased

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