SQE Updates01
Understanding the SQE Assessment Structure
A detailed breakdown of how both parts of the SQE are structured, what to expect on exam day, and how to maximize your performance.
Ant Law27 April 2026
The Bar Review · Vol. 06Ant Law Editorial · London29 April 2026
A Journal of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination
The Bar Review
Essays, study notes, and exam debriefs — written by practising solicitors who have sat what you will sit.
“No shortcut is honest.”
— Editorial Note
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SQE1
SQE1 vs the old LPC: what actually changed for employers and candidates
The shift from LPC to SQE1 transformed how future solicitors qualify. We examine the real impact on training contracts, costs, and career paths.
Ant Law Legal Team27 April 20267
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Study Tips02
Top 10 Study Tips for SQE2 Success
Proven strategies and techniques to help you excel in the SQE2 practical assessments and secure your qualification as a solicitor.
Ant Law27 April 2026
SQE103
Introduction to SQE1: Everything You Need to Know
A comprehensive guide to SQE1 preparation
Ant Law27 April 2026
SQE204
SQE2 Advocacy: Mastering Bail and Interim Applications
Master the art of bail and interim applications for SQE2 advocacy assessments. Learn practical techniques, common pitfalls, and strategic approaches.
Ant Law Legal Team27 April 2026
SQE105
Using Practice Questions Effectively for SQE1 Preparation
Discover evidence-based strategies to maximise your SQE exam preparation with targeted practice questions — essential for anyone aiming to become a solicitor UK.
Ant Law Legal Team27 April 2026
Study Tips06
How to Balance Work and SQE Preparation
Practical advice for working professionals on managing time effectively while preparing for the SQE examinations.
Ant Law27 April 2026
SQE207
SQE2 Legal Research: Picking the Right Source, Not Just Any Source
Master SQE2 legal research by learning to identify authoritative sources quickly. Avoid common traps that cost precious marks in this high-stakes assessment.
Ant Law Legal Team27 April 2026
SQE Updates08
SQE Pass Rate Trends and Statistical Analysis 2026
A data-driven look at SQE pass rates, trends since 2021, and what they mean for your solicitor qualification England Wales journey in March 2026.
Ant Law Legal Team27 April 2026
SQE209
SQE2 Written Day Plan: How to Pace 12 Tasks Without Burning Out
Master the SQE2 written assessment with a strategic pacing plan that prevents fatigue and maximises performance across all 12 tasks.
Ant Law Legal Team27 April 2026
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