Unit of competency Outline

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Work in a public service legal environment

Work in a public service legal environment

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFDPL032
State Code
OEE58
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/10/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/11/2022
Field of Education
091103 - Legal Studies
Original Release Date
28/11/2022
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide paralegal support services within a Defence legal environment. This includes understanding workplace requirements of the public sector and the tasks and processes required within this.This unit applies to Defence personnel who are required to provide paralegal support services.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work both independently and as part of a team while performing routine tasks. They would work with direct supervision and apply known solutions to a variety of predictable problems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Provide legal support
  • 1.1 Keep electronic files and hard copy documents up to date and report on the progress of matter to stakeholders under guidance of the instructing legal officer
  • 1.2 Check conflicts of interest or potential conflict of interest for the matter and refer to the instructing legal officer
  • 1.3 Maintain professionalism and treat clients and colleagues with respect and behave with honesty and integrity, at all times
  • 1.4 Ensure all files are appropriately stored and secured a Defence legal environment
2 Maintain confidentiality
  • 2.1 Ensure information is protected during communications and when stored and maintain legal professional privilege
  • 2.2 Apply public sector values and code of conduct, including discretion and judgement, in all communication
  • 2.3 Ensure that legal matters are only discussed within the confines of the practice and with appropriate personnel
3 Use appropriate legal terminology in all communication
  • 3.1 Use appropriate legal terminology in all communication
  • 3.2 Spell and pronounce legal terminology correctly and in the appropriate context when completing work tasks
4 Access and apply organisational information and work practices
  • 4.1 Identify the organisational structure, staffing composition and where the work office sits within the legal organisation
  • 4.2 Recognise sources of information for conducting self and when engaging with clients and colleagues
  • 4.3 Demonstrate an appreciation of the diversity of staff and their work and communication styles
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBC86 DEFDPL012 Work in a public service legal environment Unit of competency