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The knowledge vault

At LawQWE, we believe in empowerment through knowledge and so our team share their wisdom, offering invaluable insights and perspectives to help you thrive in the legal sector.

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We know what it's like

We know finding that perfect early career legal role in today's highly competitive market isn't easy. There are so many areas of law to choose from and so many different places employing legal assistants, paralegals and trainee solicitors. Plus, the way QWE works now, you can do your training to become a solicitor in up to 4 blocks of QWE which means there are even more ways of working to become qualified that suit you.

In this series of articles, we talk you through some of the most important information and guidance to help you navigate your QWE journey.
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Navigating QWE: strategic role selection for aspiring solicitors

The flexibility of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route means some smart planning and careful selection of roles is required to fulfil the QWE requirements and set yourself up well for your early qualified career moves.

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Exploring the paralegal domain

The role of paralegals stands as a linchpin in the practical and economic framework of legal service provision, spanning solicitors’ practices, alternative business structures (ABS), and various sectors of commerce and industry.

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Are you an overseas-qualified lawyer hoping to practice in England?

Overseas qualified lawyers are eligible to apply to become English solicitors and requalify once they have successfully completed both SQE assessments plus certain criteria apply.

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It's Mental Health Awareness Week May 14-18 and we have partnered with LawCare to support the legal community.

We asked them for the top support requests from students, trainees, and NQs.

Do you want to know your top 10 worries and areas of concern within the legal sector?

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LawQWE looks back over the last year

Showcasing our expertise and presence to our users in 2024 and we are about to launch our new QWE confirming service.

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Still looking for a legal internship this summer?

There's still time to find a short work experience placement or internship this summer - read our short blog to find out how to approach your summer placement.

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Want to be a lawyer that makes a real difference to people's lives?

Think about a career in Refugee and Asylum Law

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Are all Training Contracts in 2024 the same thing?

In this article, we highlight the differences between 'training contracts' advertised in 2024.

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The importance of effective supervision

In this article, produced by the team at LawCare, we highlight the value of supervision for both professional development and personal health and wellbeing.