Skills and abilities: A logical, methodical approach, with accurate record-keeping. Clear communication skills across different levels of society, combined with tact and sensitivity.
What you’ll be doing: All appointments are made by local authorities, and you must be a qualified solicitor, barrister, or Chartered Fellow. Typical day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Deciding cause of death by breaking down all available information and events
- Consulting other professionals, such as the deceased’s doctor, and dealing tactfully with distressed relatives
- Notifying Registrar of death and any inquest results
- Ordering post-mortem examinations, and explaining difficult legal or medical terms
- Maintaining accurate records, writing reports, making recommendations to prevent future deaths
Career progression: Positions usually start with Deputy or Assistant Deputy Coroner. With experience, you can apply for Senior Coroner, or Chief Coroner. All Coroners must retire by the age of 70.
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LLB (Hons) QLD
Arden University’s LLB (Hons) with Qualifying Status will prepare you for a career in the field of law by introducing you to key legal concepts and developing your knowledge of the inner workings of the English legal system.
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