SQE201
Qualifying Work Experience and SQE2: Sequencing That Works
Should you finish your Qualifying Work Experience before sitting SQE2, or run them together? A practical look at the sequencing that actually pays off.
Ant Law Legal Team28 May 2026
The Bar Review · Vol. 06Ant Law Editorial · London10 June 2026
A Journal of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination
The Bar Review
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SQE2
SQE2 Advocacy: Mastering Bail and Interim Applications
A practical guide to making and opposing bail and interim applications in SQE2 advocacy — the frameworks, structure and drills that turn a shaky submission into a confident one.
Ant Law Legal Team28 May 202639
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SQE202
SQE2 Case and Matter Analysis: How Examiners Mark the Written Task
Understand the marking criteria for SQE2's written Case and Matter Analysis task. Learn what examiners look for and how to structure your response for maximum marks.
Ant Law Legal Team7 May 2026
SQE203
SQE2 Exemption for Reserved Legal Activities: Who Actually Qualifies
Confused about SQE2 exemptions? We break down the reserved legal activities exemption criteria, who's eligible, and what evidence you actually need to provide to the SRA.
Ant Law Legal Team30 April 2026
SQE204
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 Team23 April 2026
SQE205
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 Team20 April 2026
SQE206
SQE2 Oral Assessments: Mastering Nerves and Role-Play Actors
Practical strategies for managing anxiety during SQE2 oral tasks and building rapport with role-play actors. Essential tips from practising solicitors.
Ant Law Legal Team19 April 2026
SQE207
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 Team19 April 2026
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