- An introduction and definition of Law.
- Sources of Law.
- Concept of Justice.
- Life as a practising barrister/solicitor, how to qualify as a lawyer, and the differences between a barrister and a solicitor.
- Rules, etiquette and traditions of the Bar.
- The courts of Ireland.
- The Judiciary.
- Irish Law Offices.
- Jury Service.
- Bunreacht na hÉireann 1937.
- Fundamental rights, obligations and some constitutional case Law.
- Burden of proof in criminal Law.
- Burden of proof in civil Law.
- Evidence.
- Rules, techniques of direct examination and cross-examination.
- Criminal Law.
- Tort Law.
- Employment Law.
- Family Law.
- Contract Law.
- European Law.
- Defamation.
- Advocacy.
- Alternative dispute resolutions.
- Fundamental rules of Law.
- Case Law.
- Explanation and discussion of current law cases and topical legal issues.
- Staging a mock trial as a module activity.
Upon request, the P.A.L. course can be tailored to compliment an introductory ‘inhouse’ law module and/or L.C.V.P. module which is already present or planned for your school.