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Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route

Find out how to qualify through the SQE route.

Legal Practice Course (LPC) route

Find out how to qualify through the LPC route, including periods of recognised training.

Qualified lawyers

Find out how to become a solicitor if you are already a qualified lawyer in the UK or overseas.

Character and suitability

Find out what we check and, if you need one, how to apply for an early assessment.

Admission

Find out how to be admitted to the roll of solicitors. Discover the pathways to qualification.

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SQE training and course finder

Discover and compare all the SQE training courses.

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Annual SQE reports published

Explore our annual reports for the fourth year of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).

Education and training