Areas of Accredited Specialisation & Key Dates
Business Law
Assessment for Accredited Specialisation in Business Law focuses on advice and guidance to small and medium-sized enterprises. As well as providing high level legal advice, specialists are expected to have a sound understanding of the business issues facing their clients. In 2012, the assessment will consist of one written exam (extended response and short-answer) as well as a take-home assignment and simulated client interview.
Knowledge and skills
Group A - Major topics
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Buying and Selling a business
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Business Structures
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Securities & Guarantees
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Taxation
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Leases
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Employment
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Intellectual Property
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Franchising
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Trade Practices and Fair Trading
Group B - Other topics
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Insolvency
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Insurance
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Incorporated Associations
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Planning & Environmental matters
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Liquor Licensing
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Privacy
Assessment tasks comprise of:
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Written examination (extended response and short answer)
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Take home Assignment
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Simulated Interview
Note: Assessment arrangements are subject to change. Refer to the most recent Application Guidelines for details.
Application: The next assessment program is being held in 2012
For the record
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First assessment program in Business Law: 1991
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Number of accredited practitioners: 103
Contact
For further information or to receive updates on assessment programs contact:
Accredited Specialisation
Ph: (03) 9607 9460
Email: special@liv.asn.au