PAR 1501 (Paralegal
Studies) SEMESTER 1 EXAM
PREP COMPLETE AMD
ACCURATE LATEST 2025
EDITION.
, Exam Preparation
PAR1501
Semester 01
Question 1
Leonard is starting a career as a paralegal. You are Leonard’s mentor. Advise him on the following
what different types of communication skills does Leonard need in order to communicate effectively
with clients and co-workers? List these communication skills. (10)
Interviewing skills
Listening skills
Advising the client
Counselling
Writing letters
Media communication
Meetings
Taking instruction
Using the correct language
Writing memorandums, reports and proposals
Referrals
Certain matters that paralegals come across must be referred to an attorney. How can Leonard provide
support to both the attorney and client when a matter is referred? (10)
As a paralegal Leonard can provide support to both the attorney and client in a referred matter by
making sure that he understands the legal problem involved. He should obtain all the necessary
information from the client before referring the case to the attorney. He should explain to the client that
he is referring the case to an attorney and what action will be taken by the attorney. He should also
explain to the client that the referral to an attorney may result in cost and fees that might need to be
paid and they have to confirm with the attorney at the first consultation, and lastly, he must follow up
with the attorney in respect of the case and report any progress to the client.
Lwazi wishes to pursue a career as a paralegal. He approaches you for advice. How can Lwazi obtain
legal knowledge and skills to work as a paralegal (6)
For Lwazi to obtain legal knowledge and skills to work as a paralegal he has to enroll and successfully
complete a Higher certificate or diploma in law or paralegal studies at a recognized higher institution of
learning. After getting a job he could further increase his knowledge and skills by embarking on formal
and informal programmed that are offered on the job as part of employee development, this includes
attending law related workshops to gain more knowledge and experience.
Name four (4) main sectors where Lwazi can work as a paralegal. (4)
Law firms
Community- based organisations
Studies) SEMESTER 1 EXAM
PREP COMPLETE AMD
ACCURATE LATEST 2025
EDITION.
, Exam Preparation
PAR1501
Semester 01
Question 1
Leonard is starting a career as a paralegal. You are Leonard’s mentor. Advise him on the following
what different types of communication skills does Leonard need in order to communicate effectively
with clients and co-workers? List these communication skills. (10)
Interviewing skills
Listening skills
Advising the client
Counselling
Writing letters
Media communication
Meetings
Taking instruction
Using the correct language
Writing memorandums, reports and proposals
Referrals
Certain matters that paralegals come across must be referred to an attorney. How can Leonard provide
support to both the attorney and client when a matter is referred? (10)
As a paralegal Leonard can provide support to both the attorney and client in a referred matter by
making sure that he understands the legal problem involved. He should obtain all the necessary
information from the client before referring the case to the attorney. He should explain to the client that
he is referring the case to an attorney and what action will be taken by the attorney. He should also
explain to the client that the referral to an attorney may result in cost and fees that might need to be
paid and they have to confirm with the attorney at the first consultation, and lastly, he must follow up
with the attorney in respect of the case and report any progress to the client.
Lwazi wishes to pursue a career as a paralegal. He approaches you for advice. How can Lwazi obtain
legal knowledge and skills to work as a paralegal (6)
For Lwazi to obtain legal knowledge and skills to work as a paralegal he has to enroll and successfully
complete a Higher certificate or diploma in law or paralegal studies at a recognized higher institution of
learning. After getting a job he could further increase his knowledge and skills by embarking on formal
and informal programmed that are offered on the job as part of employee development, this includes
attending law related workshops to gain more knowledge and experience.
Name four (4) main sectors where Lwazi can work as a paralegal. (4)
Law firms
Community- based organisations
