A common instinct when preparing for the SQE is to wait until you feel confident before doing the hard things. That instinct is understandable. It is also backwards. SQE confidence comes from doing, not waiting, and the research behind that is worth understanding. ๐๐ก๐ฒ ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐๐ฌ ๐ ๐ข๐ซ๐ฌ๐ญ Psychologist Albert Bandura spent decades studying what
Most AI advice for aspiring solicitors is either all in or all out. This guide gives you a practical framework for knowing when to lead, when to verify, and when to step back entirely.
SQE 1 Update: SRA Rationales vs. The Law Society Toolkit. SRA confirms no new questions for 2026. Learn how to use these two in your prep. The SRA confirmed on 22 May 2026 that no new SQE 1 sample questions will be released this year. Instead, candidates are getting rationale
You can leave a client meeting having said all the right things legally and still lose the room. The client felt unheard. The conversation felt transactional. Nothing you said was wrong, but something was missing. That something is what separates the lawyers clients forget from the ones they call back.
The real cost of qualifying through the SQE in 2026, from exam fees to prep courses to the hidden costs most candidates never plan for. More than two in five SQE candidates said their work-life balance during study was quite or extremely difficult to manage. That is 42% of
Preparing for the SQE? Here are the 5 important SRA updates from 2026 covering pass rates, fee increases, and what is changing before you qualify. 5 SRA Updates Every SQE Candidate Needs to Know 1. SQE1 January 2026 Results: 58% First-Time Pass Rate (Published: March 2026) The January 2026
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has published its suite of annual reports. On the fourth full year of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), released on 21 April 2026. The overarching message is the SQE remains a robust. However, the SRA acknowledges that confidence in the qualification is not yet where
Studying Smarter This Summer starts with the right strategy. Learn to manage time, & energy, especially when life gets busy. Summer brings longer days, but somehow less time. Between family commitments, birthday celebrations, and the occasional BBQ, your study schedule can quickly unravel. If you're preparing for the
5 Client Communication Mistakes Junior Lawyers Make. Passing the SQE gets you through the door, how you communicate with clients determines whether you stay. This week we're looking at something that will matter just as much once you qualify, how to communicate with clients, in no particular order.
Transferrable Skills with Amit Kapoor. Amit explains how he draws on his IT background and applies those skills in his work as a solicitor. Transferrable Skills with Amit Kapoor Question 1 Did your engineering / IT background influence how you approach legal problems or contract drafting? Yes, particularly in how I
This past week the SRA held two webinars. Below are highlights from SRA webinar, aimed at understanding the SQE and supporting aspiring solicitors. Webinar 1: Understanding the SQE SQE Data Insights and Performance Analysis * Rich Data Set: SQE collects extensive data on candidate registration, exam performance, individual questions, and examiner
Qualified with Aishwarya Luthra. In this 5-question interview, Aishwarya shares how she passed SQE 1 and qualified as a solicitor, with practical advice for aspiring solicitors. Recently SQE Journey subscriber, Aishwarya Luthra posted she "officially passed the SQE 1 and secured an SQE 2 exemption! This means Iโ
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Building trust can take years to build, however, one act of broken confidence can lead to losing trust in an instant. Trust is everything. Recently I spoke to a friend who told me an interesting story. For months, my friend and their business partner steadily built a strong, collaborative working
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If you are planning to sit SQE 1, it is important to understand the SQE 1 booking window timelines and cancellation rules set out by the SRA. These details can have real financial consequences if your plans change after you secure a seat. SQE 1 Booking Window The SRA typically
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We explore 5 negotiation traps, that are subtle but can prove to be a costly mistake that can derail your position before the real negotiation even begins. Whether youโre navigating client discussions, contract terms, or even your own career opportunities. These traps show up more often than we think.
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How to build trust during your SQE and QWE journey? There is a lot of research out there on how to build trust. The trusted advisor even has trust down to a formula, called the trust equation. Before other people trust you, you need to trust others! At SQE Journey
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Graduate Careers with Hannah Salton provides actionable tips for aspiring solicitors navigating competitive legal roles. Build Confidence and Presence In Interview Scenarios For many, the hardest part of the SQE journey isnโt the exams, itโs breaking into the legal profession. Finding QWE or securing a training contract often
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Is the SQE successful? Four years of SRA data suggest it is broadly meeting its aims on standards and access, despite ongoing challenges. The SRA published its SRA corporate strategy 2023 through 2026 in November of 2023 which states: * The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) will be widely recognised as a
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SQE Exam day disruptions: What to expect if your exam is delayed or cancelled, including resits, refunds, and attempt rules. Since the SQE was first introduced, you may have experienced SQE exam day disruptions. You are not alone. We previously outlined SQE Issues. Recently the SRA released guidelines of what
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People skills & Independent thinking is an advantage in a world where convenience is increasingly mistaken for competence. As the use of AI increases everyday, it's tempting to increase dependency on AI. Writing an email, summarize a contract, AI generation is improving rapidly. What begins as an effort
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If youโre targeting to sit SQE 1 in January 2027, it's a good time to start thinking about your next steps. It might feel like you have plenty of time, over a year. However, in reality, time will fly by. Personal events, work events, unexpected life events,
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Reaching SQE Journey's the 50th issue feels surreal. What began as a simple LinkedIn post has grown into a community, and Iโm deeply grateful for the opportunity to connect with and learn from so many incredible people along the way. Top articles 1. Top Resources for Aspiring
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10 practical ChatGPT prompt ideas you can start using to transform the way you access news, develop commercial awareness, and prepare for interviews. Leverage tools like ChatGPT to stay informed, productive, and competitive. Use these as a starting point and modify based on your needs and interests. Commercial Awareness 1.
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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