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Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAi, maker of ChatGPT confirmed in a recent podcast interview that ChatGPT has no legal privilege. Therefore, anything you share with ChatGPT can be used as evidence. ChatGPT has no legal privilege In podcast episode with Theo Von, Sam explained that many users have begun treating
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As a trainee or junior solicitor, it’s easy to focus solely on passing exams, or impressing your supervisor. But there’s another critical part of your professional journey that deserves your attention: Finding Your People AKA building your community. Start Building Your Community: A Guide for Trainee and Junior
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The truth is, success doesn’t come from bursts of inspiration, it comes from choosing discipline over motivation. It’s a familiar scenario, your study schedule says “torts at 7 PM,” but your brain says “just 10 more minutes of scrolling.” For aspiring solicitors preparing for the SQE, this internal
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As we approach SQE 1 next week, here is a concise, one‑page SQE 1 - Night before Success Checklist you can print or keep on your phone/tablet. SQE 1 - Night Before Success Checklist Mindset & Review * Remind yourself to pick the single best answer based on facts in the
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The path of becoming a solicitor in England & Wales is a minimum two year commitment. The SQE Journey to qualifying demands more than just determination. It requires planning, consistency, and, at the very least, a two-year commitment. Understanding why this timeframe matters will help you set realistic goals
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In this guide we share the various SQE funding options available. Preparing for the SQE is a major step for aspiring solicitors in England & Wales. But with exam fees, prep course costs, potential living expenses, and travel expense, one big question looms: how do you fund it? Here’s
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Use these 9 steps to learn how to negotiate your trainee salary offer. Negotiating your salary can feel daunting, but it’s a crucial skill that can have a big impact on your career and financial well-being. The good news? With preparation and the right mindset, you can approach
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Difficult conversations are unavoidable in the legal profession. Today we share 5 tips on how to navigate difficult conversations. Whether it’s pushing back on unrealistic deadlines, clarifying unclear instructions, giving upward feedback, or dealing with difficult conversations with clients. How you handle these moments can shape your reputation and
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Commercial awareness is essential for any aspiring solicitor, and Crafty Fest 2025 offers a unique opportunity to develop this skill in a real world setting. Ben and his team at Crafty Counsel put in an enormous amount of effort to host Crafty Fest 2025. Below are three takeaways helpful for
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This past week SRA released their January 2025 SQE 2 Statistical Report. The UK government also announced changes to funding for level 7 apprenticeships. January 2025 SQE 2 Statistical Report 1,134 candidates sat they SQE 2 exam. Of these, 940 candidates sat SQE2 for the first time with a
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This week we share a guest post. SQE Study insights with Dr. Schatzberger. SQE Study insights with Dr. Schatzberger Dr. Elliot Schatzberger brings 20 years of experience in teaching and preparing for exams, teaching Law on the Undergraduate, and GDL. The changing world of 2020 opened up a new opportunity;
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The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) will physically and mentally challenge you. This week we look at mental health and the SQE, as we end Mental Health week 2025. Studying for the SQE is a huge commitment. It is a high stakes exam that requires you to put a lot of