Module introduction
Module 6 of the Diploma in Legal Practice (DLP) is on
Civil and Commercial transactions. It covers transactions of a civil nature and
transactions having a commercial character.
The module aims at giving a hands-on experience in the everyday
practice of the work as a transactional lawyer. It covers different components that consist of Family transactions, land
transactions, corporate transactions, insolvency practice, public-private partnerships,
financial transactions, legal aspects of taxation and procedural aspects of
intellectual property.
At the end of the module, trainees are expected to:
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Understand the rules
which govern the transfer of household property;
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Provide advices on
household properties management related matters;
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Understand the
procedures of land registration;
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Understand the
procedures of transferring a land;
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Provide advices on
land registration and transfer issues;
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Distinguish between
different forms of corporations;
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Understand companies’
incorporation, merging and acquisitions;
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Understand the basics
of insolvency practice;
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Be able to act as an administrator
of a company under insolvency procedure;
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Understand the
purpose of public-private partnerships;
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Distinguish between
different arrangements in the context of public-private partnerships;
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Understand the role
and importance of financial markets in commercial transactions;
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Distinguish between
different financial institutions and their respective regulatory frameworks;
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Comprehend different types
of taxes and tax procedure;
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Understand procedural
aspects of intellectual property both at the level of acquisition and of enforcement
of intellectual property rights;
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Distinguish between
different forms of intellectual property rights protections;
- Understand principles governing intellectual property rights.