The apprenticeship program bridges classroom theory and courtroom reality. It includes the Practical Training Course, law clinics, workshops, short courses, and research.
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Purpose of the programme-
The Sri Lanka Law College apprenticeship program allows students to get hands-on experience in the legal sector.
Before applying for enroll in the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka, all students who have passed the Attorneys-at-Law final year examination and are eligible for the apprenticeship MUST complete a Practical Training Course (PTC) offered by the Sri Lanka Law College and serve an apprenticeship period of at least six months under the supervision of a lawyer with at least eight (8) years of experience in the legal profession.
This program is a requirement under Rule 36 of the Council of Legal Education.
Advantages of this program
This programme is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the legal profession. It covers a spectrum of legal areas ensuring that the apprentices are well prepared for multifaceted challenges that they may encounter in their future careers. The apprentices engage with clients, participate in legal research, and witness courtroom proceedings to achieve an understanding of the legal profession beyond the confines of textbooks.
The Practical Training Course is updated annually based on the requirements of the profession. The Apprentices’ Guide Book and all other documents pertaining to enrollment are available in the ‘Download page’ .
The Sri Lanka Law College functions under the Incorporated Council of Legal Education (under the Incorporated Council of Legal Education Ordinance No.2 of 1900 as amended) to administer legal education to persons who desire to be enrolled as an Attorney-at-Law in the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka.
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