Law

Are articles always for 2 years?
Are articles always for 2 years? Articles, or the period of apprenticeship whereby candidate legal practitioners are prepared for legal practice, a...
Wed, 8 Jan, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Can I become an attorney with a BCom (Law) degree?
Can I become an attorney with a BCom (Law) degree? No.  In terms of the Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014 and the Rules promulgated in terms of that Act, ...
Wed, 8 Jan, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Can I practice internationally with an LLB from The IIE?
Can I practice internationally with an LLB from The IIE? The legal system itself, and the principles of customary African law and the tenets of Rom...
Wed, 8 Jan, 2025 at 8:29 AM
Do I have to go to court if I become a lawyer?
Do I have to go to court if I become a lawyer? There are many different kinds of lawyers and many specialisations within the legal profession.  Som...
Wed, 8 Jan, 2025 at 8:17 AM
How do I secure articles?
How do I secure articles? All law students are encouraged to actively network within the legal profession throughout their studies.  Attend the Car...
Wed, 8 Jan, 2025 at 8:17 AM
If I fail one module, does this mean I have to redo my whole year again?
If I fail one module, does this mean I have to redo my whole year again? If you fail one module, you must register your repeat module in the follow...
Wed, 8 Jan, 2025 at 9:16 AM
If I want to articulate, can I choose between the 2 year and 3 year options?
If I want to articulate, can I choose between the 2 year and 3 year options? Articulation means that you have completed your undergraduate degree a...
Wed, 8 Jan, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Is The IIE's LLB the same as an LLB from a public university?
Is The IIE's LLB the same as an LLB from a public university? Yes, an LLB degree from a South African private institution of higher education (...
Wed, 8 Jan, 2025 at 8:35 AM
Should I do an LLM before or after articles?
Should I do an LLM before or after articles? That is up to you.  There are law firms that would prefer you to take on a contract of articles of cle...
Wed, 8 Jan, 2025 at 8:41 AM
What can I do with an LLB or another law degree other than become an attorney? 
What can I do with an LLB or another law degree other than become an attorney?  Apart from being a mandatory requirement for entry to the formal le...
Wed, 8 Jan, 2025 at 8:21 AM