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This week The Law Society held their Junior Solicitor Summit 2025. The day offered valuable learning opportunities and sparked thought provoking discussions. Below are some quick thoughts that stuck out. Create relationships Akil started the morning with a captivating story about a broken down car and his interaction with the
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Thinking about a career as a solicitor? The Flex Legal Training Scheme might be the perfect fit for you. This week, we hear from Ellie Murray-McNeive, Head of Talent at Flex Legal, who offers valuable insights into the Flex Legal Training Scheme. Question 1 What is the Flex Training
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Recently the Solicitors Regulation Authority released a July 2025 SQE 1 Statistical Report. In this article we review some of the data from the report. In July 2025, 5,851 candidates took FLK 1 & FLK 2 of SQE 1 and the overall pass rate was 41%. July 2025 SQE
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You don't have to wait until you become a "leader" with a title. Start with these 5 leadership traits to build now. 5 Leadership Traits to build 1. Humility. Acknowledging mistakes and valuing others contributions. Great leaders recognize they don’t have all the answers and
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The SQE was first introduced in September 2021. Since then candidates have experienced a number of SQE issues. Recently, 230 or so students were notified by email stating their booked exam slots had been cancelled. This left students frantically trying to figure out what happened. Unfortunately, it took Kaplan till
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The STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) is a highly effective technique for answering behavioral interview questions. By using this structured approach, candidates can present their experiences in a way that demonstrates analytical ability, precise communication, and real impact. The STAR Method Situation Start by briefly setting the scene. What
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Engaging conversations often start with thoughtful questions. We share 15 conversation starters that go beyond the standard boring questions that are overly used. Building relationships is a core skill for any trainee solicitor. Whether you’re at an event, meeting a trainee cohort, or speaking with a partner, the ability
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The question of should aspiring solicitors build an online presence is often asked. In today’s legal market, where competition is fierce and firms are increasingly looking for well rounded candidates, the answer is a clear yes, but with purpose and professionalism. A strong online presence goes beyond having a
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As you tackle SQE 1 practice questions, here are a few common SQE 1 MCQ traps are designed to throw you off. Common SQE 1 MCQ Traps Misreading the question or missing a key fact * Read the question and fact pattern carefully. Take note of missing critical details, such as
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If you've taken a break from studying and now feel unsure of how to restart your SQE preparations, you're not alone. Many aspiring solicitors experience this, and the good news is, it’s possible to restart without losing momentum. The first step is accepting the pause
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For trainee solicitors, the question of why learn to negotiate is simple. It strengthens client trust, accelerates career growth, and equips you to handle complex situations with confidence. Negotiation is one of the most valuable skills a trainee solicitors can develop (in my opinion). While much of early legal training
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Please stand up if you have taken the SQE or are studying for the SQE. Would you take advice from someone who has never studied/ passed the SQE on the SQE? If you have not studied for the SQE, do you *really* understand what it takes to pass the SQE?