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The traditional route involves completing GCSEs, then A Levels, followed by a Law Degree (LLB). After that, you complete the Legal Practice Course (LPC) and a two-year training contract before being admitted as a solicitor. It is now also possible to qualify through the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route with qualifying work experience.

You can take the solicitor apprenticeship route, which combines work and study over six years. Another option is to qualify as a Chartered Legal Executive through CILEX and later convert to solicitor status. Some also qualify by gaining paralegal experience which can count towards qualifying work experience under the SQE route.

Strong grades in English and Maths are important. Humanities subjects such as History can also help with analysis and essay writing.

Usually AAB to BBB depending on the university. No specific subjects are required, but English, History, Politics, or Sociology are helpful for developing reasoning and writing skills.

Yes, for the traditional route

Any degree that you have a passion for. I chose Law and would also recommend it, as it gave me the opportunity to learn about a career I genuinely wanted to pursue.

The Legal Practice Course (LPC) followed by a two-year training contract. You can now also qualify through the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route with qualifying work experience.

The LPC for the traditional route or SQE1 and SQE2 for the new route.

Build your network early and gain as much work experience as possible. Exposure to different practice areas will help you understand what kind of law you enjoy.

Primarily through online content creation, such as sharing legal insights and educational content.

Advising clients, drafting legal documents, negotiating settlements, and managing disputes ranging from commercial contracts to property and debt claims.

Typically 9am to 5pm, although hours can vary depending on caseload and deadlines. Many firms now offer flexibility through hybrid and remote work.

Most solicitors are employed by law firms, but experienced solicitors can set up their own practice or work freelance.

As you progress in qualification, you take greater control of your caseload, strategy, and client relationships.

You can progress to Associate, Senior Associate, Partner or Head of Department roles. Some solicitors move into in-house counsel, the judiciary, or academia.

All firms are respectable in my opinion. Choose a practice that suits your interests, whether that is corporate law, commercial litigation, or high street practice. The right environment depends on what you enjoy.

AI is proving useful for legal research and reviewing large document bundles, improving efficiency and accuracy.

Pursue a legal career only if you are truly passionate about it. It can be demanding, but also rewarding. Try to find your area of law early, as experience is crucial in helping you do that.

www.sra.org.uk, www.lawsociety.org.uk, www.thelegaleducationfoundation.org

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Detail

The traditional route involves completing GCSEs, then A Levels, followed by a Law Degree (LLB). After that, you complete the Legal Practice Course (LPC) and a two-year training contract before being admitted as a solicitor. It is now also possible to qualify through the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route with qualifying work experience.

You can take the solicitor apprenticeship route, which combines work and study over six years. Another option is to qualify as a Chartered Legal Executive through CILEX and later convert to solicitor status. Some also qualify by gaining paralegal experience which can count towards qualifying work experience under the SQE route.

Strong grades in English and Maths are important. Humanities subjects such as History can also help with analysis and essay writing.

Usually AAB to BBB depending on the university. No specific subjects are required, but English, History, Politics, or Sociology are helpful for developing reasoning and writing skills.

Yes, for the traditional route

Any degree that you have a passion for. I chose Law and would also recommend it, as it gave me the opportunity to learn about a career I genuinely wanted to pursue.

The Legal Practice Course (LPC) followed by a two-year training contract. You can now also qualify through the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route with qualifying work experience.

The LPC for the traditional route or SQE1 and SQE2 for the new route.

Build your network early and gain as much work experience as possible. Exposure to different practice areas will help you understand what kind of law you enjoy.

Primarily through online content creation, such as sharing legal insights and educational content.

Advising clients, drafting legal documents, negotiating settlements, and managing disputes ranging from commercial contracts to property and debt claims.

Typically 9am to 5pm, although hours can vary depending on caseload and deadlines. Many firms now offer flexibility through hybrid and remote work.

Most solicitors are employed by law firms, but experienced solicitors can set up their own practice or work freelance.

As you progress in qualification, you take greater control of your caseload, strategy, and client relationships.

You can progress to Associate, Senior Associate, Partner or Head of Department roles. Some solicitors move into in-house counsel, the judiciary, or academia.

All firms are respectable in my opinion. Choose a practice that suits your interests, whether that is corporate law, commercial litigation, or high street practice. The right environment depends on what you enjoy.

AI is proving useful for legal research and reviewing large document bundles, improving efficiency and accuracy.

Pursue a legal career only if you are truly passionate about it. It can be demanding, but also rewarding. Try to find your area of law early, as experience is crucial in helping you do that.

www.sra.org.uk, www.lawsociety.org.uk, www.thelegaleducationfoundation.org