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Research legal information using primary sources

Research legal information using primary sources

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBRES404
State Code
AUK92
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/09/2015
Field of Education
091103 - Legal Studies
Original Release Date
15/09/2015
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work under supervision researching primary sources of legal information, locating relevant information and writing up a basic summary.It applies to individuals who provide legal support services while under supervision. Its application in the workplace will be determined by the job role of the individual and the legislation, rules, regulations and codes of practice relevant to different jurisdictions No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Receive and process request for information
  • 1.1 Document request using appropriate recording system
  • 1.2 Confirm client identity and other party’s right to receive information
  • 1.3 Clarify client needs and establish relevant criteria in consultation with designated person to ensure client needs are met
  • 1.4 Research and identify appropriate response methods and format
  • 1.5 Forward request for information to others where appropriate
2. Identify information sources
  • 2.1 Identify and research relevant sources and locations of information
  • 2.2 Obtain access to identified sources
  • 2.3 Resolve problems with accessing information promptly and efficiently
3. Prepare to extract information
  • 3.1 Locate and extract information relevant to particular request
  • 3.2 Discuss and implement resolutions to problems in accessing information with designated person where appropriate
  • 3.3 Copy extracted information according to organisation’s security and confidentiality procedures
  • 3.4 Maintain integrity of content/information
4. Ensure information meets request
  • 4.1 Analyse, evaluate and edit extracted information to fit client needs
  • 4.2 Combine different types of information, where appropriate, to provide response to request
5. Compose report or correspondence
  • 5.1 Develop plan and synopsis for report or correspondence
  • 5.2 Write report or correspondence using clear and concise language
  • 5.3 Check spelling, punctuation and grammar, and amend where necessary
6. Prepare to format report or correspondence
  • 6.1 Format report or correspondence according to organisation’s requirements, policies and procedures
  • 6.2 Check report or correspondence for accuracy and to ensure that intended meaning will be readily understood by recipient
7. Finalise report or correspondence
  • 7.1 Arrange review and sign-off of report or correspondence with designated person within designated timelines
  • 7.2 Apply organisation's information-recording procedures
  • 7.3 Forward report or correspondence to client
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB917 BSBRES404A Research legal information using primary sources Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCD64 BSBLEG423 Conduct simple legal research Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDK2 DEF40717 Certificate IV in Defence Paralegal Services Qualification
AVR9 BSB42215 Certificate IV in Legal Services Qualification