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Support the drafting of complex legal documents

Support the drafting of complex legal documents

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBLEG424
State Code
OCE14
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
80
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support the drafting of complex legal documents that meet legislative and organisational requirements, including by using advanced features of relevant software packages.The unit applies to individuals who use a broad knowledge base and well-developed skills to provide administrative support in a legal environment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish drafting requirements
  • 1.1 Identify task requirements
  • 1.2 Select software according to task requirements
  • 1.3 Establish document design and structure
  • 1.4 Design and structure document to meet legislative and task requirements
  • 1.5 Review and update existing precedent documents
2. Prepare to draft
  • 2.1 Develop and use precedents to ensure consistency of design and layout
  • 2.2 Evaluate and amend templates to ensure document requirements can be met
  • 2.3 Recommend improvements to relevant personnel for design and structure of existing documents
  • 2.4 Facilitate a review process of suggested improvements, where necessary
3. Develop draft
  • 3.1 Prepare documents using appropriate and available precedent documents according to policies and procedures of the organisation
  • 3.2 Enter and edit relevant data
  • 3.3 Use a range of advanced software functions to ensure accurate completion of task
  • 3.4 Check documents for spelling, grammar, numeric data and layout
  • 3.5 Proofread documents for accuracy of content and consistency of layout and style
  • 3.6 Make modifications to meet required specifications
  • 3.7 Manage any difficulties and produce documents within agreed timelines
4. Finalise draft
  • 4.1 Submit documents as required
  • 4.2 Arrange review of documents with designated person
  • 4.3 Undertake final publishing of documents
  • 4.4 Save and store document according to organisational procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUI27 BSBLEG418 Produce complex legal documents Unit of competency