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Apply legal principles in wills and probate matters

Apply legal principles in wills and probate matters

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBLEG530
State Code
OCD57
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/03/2021
Field of Education
091103 - Legal Studies
Original Release Date
16/03/2021
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare wills and probates, powers of attorney and other deceased estate documentation.The unit applies to individuals who work under supervision, use legal principles and evaluate information from a variety of sources to provide support in a range of legal service settings.Its application in the workplace is determined by the job role of the individual and legislation, rules, regulations and codes of practice relevant to different jurisdictions.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to apply principles in wills and probate matters
  • 1.1 Identify task requirements
  • 1.2 Identify key wills and probate elements for analysis according to task and organisational requirements
  • 1.3 Identify key provisions of legislation and common law, policies or procedures according to task requirements
2. Apply principles in wills and probate matters
  • 2.1 Analyse legal matter relevant to corporation law according to task requirements
  • 2.2 Evaluate information according to task requirements
  • 2.3 Prepare deliverable according to task and organisational requirements
3. Finalise application of principles in wills and probate matters
  • 3.1 Verify and review documentation with relevant organisational personnel
  • 3.2 Amend and sign-off according to organisational policies and procedures
  • 3.3 Store or despatch document according to task and organisational requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUK05 BSBLEG515 Apply legal principles in wills and probate matters Unit of competency
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