The Institute of Law has announced its first sponsorship deal with law firm Appleby.
The announcement was made by Sir Phillip Bailhache at the Induction Day on 4th September 2009. The first Law Course taught from Jersey will provide structured tuition for those intending to sit the qualifying examinations to become Jersey advocates or solicitors. Teaching of the six core subjects will be overseen by experienced academics from outside the Island, supported by local practitioners. Tuition will be via regular lectures, seminars and tutorials.
The Institute of Law provides a focus for study and development of Jersey law, and promotes the continuance of Jersey’s legal heritage. The Institute will assist the Board of Examiners in setting and marking examination papers. In addition, some of the Law Course modules are designed to be of interest to other law professionals who want to acquire knowledge in one or more aspects of Jersey Law. A centre of excellence for legal education and research, the Institute is also sponsored by the Jersey Legal Information Board (“JLIB”) and the States Economic Development Department (“EDD”).
Appleby is one of the leading law firms in Jersey with offices in nine other jurisdictions globally. It has five students enrolled from this September and several others scheduled to start in September 2010. Three Appleby partners are also members of the Board of Examiners.
The Institute will be formally opened next year, Future expansion plans involve broadening into the undergraduate law student market. The Institute is currently in discussions with several London universities to assess the feasibility of such a move.
Sir Philip Bailhache commented: “I am delighted to have been involved in the establishment of the Institute of Law, and to welcome the first students to the Law Course 2009. We are pleased to have gained the support of Appleby, which has enabled us to develop the Institute’s website. The mixture of overseas experts and local practitioners will help ensure the best possible experience for students”.
Michael O’Connell, Managing Partner of Appleby in Jersey added: “We are very pleased to be associated with such a landmark development for the legal profession in Jersey. Studying for, and taking, the qualifying examinations can be a daunting experience – especially when combined with employment commitments. The new Law Course will significantly improve the experience for students, offering a supportive environment, and world-class tuition. We are excited to be able to support the Institute and look forward to see it develop in future.”
The announcement was made by Sir Phillip Bailhache at the Induction Day on 4th September 2009. The first Law Course taught from Jersey will provide structured tuition for those intending to sit the qualifying examinations to become Jersey advocates or solicitors. Teaching of the six core subjects will be overseen by experienced academics from outside the Island, supported by local practitioners. Tuition will be via regular lectures, seminars and tutorials.
The Institute of Law provides a focus for study and development of Jersey law, and promotes the continuance of Jersey’s legal heritage. The Institute will assist the Board of Examiners in setting and marking examination papers. In addition, some of the Law Course modules are designed to be of interest to other law professionals who want to acquire knowledge in one or more aspects of Jersey Law. A centre of excellence for legal education and research, the Institute is also sponsored by the Jersey Legal Information Board (“JLIB”) and the States Economic Development Department (“EDD”).
Appleby is one of the leading law firms in Jersey with offices in nine other jurisdictions globally. It has five students enrolled from this September and several others scheduled to start in September 2010. Three Appleby partners are also members of the Board of Examiners.
The Institute will be formally opened next year, Future expansion plans involve broadening into the undergraduate law student market. The Institute is currently in discussions with several London universities to assess the feasibility of such a move.
Sir Philip Bailhache commented: “I am delighted to have been involved in the establishment of the Institute of Law, and to welcome the first students to the Law Course 2009. We are pleased to have gained the support of Appleby, which has enabled us to develop the Institute’s website. The mixture of overseas experts and local practitioners will help ensure the best possible experience for students”.
Michael O’Connell, Managing Partner of Appleby in Jersey added: “We are very pleased to be associated with such a landmark development for the legal profession in Jersey. Studying for, and taking, the qualifying examinations can be a daunting experience – especially when combined with employment commitments. The new Law Course will significantly improve the experience for students, offering a supportive environment, and world-class tuition. We are excited to be able to support the Institute and look forward to see it develop in future.”
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