The first weekend back on the BVC, last month went by in a blur. I managed to complete the study group sessions and felt like I was getting back. The third month looms in three weeks and in addition to ensuring I have completed all study groups, I have to complete a formative Opinion Writing Assignment. I really have to get my arse into gear with this one. In addition, my favourite subject Advocacy is getting better. I really enjoy Advocacy. Last month we focussed on Examination in Chief and Cross Examination of Witnesses. This was really interesting. It isn't quite what you'd expect, but once you understand the reasoning behind XIC and XX, you can really put a Witness in a corner.
This coming month, we have Negotiation Skills, Civil and Criminal Litigation, Opinion Writing and Drafting as well as double Advocacy. For Criminal, I have to look at Indictments and what goes on them, who has the responsibility for preparing them, and others. I am looking forward to making sure that my submission leaves my marks in the Very Competent section. My exam last year put me there and I want to stay there.
Paralegal jobie- Well I have now worked at the firm since the end of July. It really is hard effing work. Working at the LA, ensures you are responsible to an extent, but working at the firm, it is clear that criminal law is not for everyone. It is fast paced, time barred, precise, thankless for the most part, responsible and plays havoc with your sense of morals. I love it. I wish I were paid a lot of money to do it. Alas, I am not.
Boss One and Boss Two still cannot stand each other and they are soon due to part ways. This should make the experience for my Boss and his team a lot more pleasant! I look forward to that time.
Promises, promises that I will add entries more frequently, once again, I promise!
