non-law

  1. lowen13

    Non-law Conversion and SQE1 within one year?

    Hello everyone! I am a non-law undergraduate in my final year of study - I am due to graduate this June. I have been in conversation with a law firm who have suggested that I do a conversion course and SQE1 within one year, despite all other law firms leaving two years for conversion and...
  2. G

    SQE Law Essentials ULaw

    Hi everyone, I’ve quickly checked that this has not been asked before, but do direct me to a thread where it has been if that’s the case. I’m considering self-funding the SQE foundation course at ULaw. Is there anyone here who has already taken it? I’d love to have a chat if so!
  3. Ocooper99

    MA Law conversion hopeful but with poor A levels, wasting my time?

    I recently graduated with a first class degree in English Literature and History from a RG university. I’ve long had an interest in studying law and even wrote my UG dissertation on British legal history. However, I have poor a levels (ABD). I’ve had mixed responses on whether these A levels...
  4. L

    Unsure where I stand. LPC or SQE?

    I appreciate this may be a really niche situation. I have contacted the SRA, however I am still awaiting a reply. I am a non-law graduate who works at a law firm (currently on maternity leave). Back in July 2021 I secured a training contract and I am in a very privileged position as my employer...
  5. H

    Non Law Job

    Hi everyone! I'm currently doing my PGDL having got a vs last year but not converting. I am currently applying to some TC's/ VS but how this cycle is going, I'm finding it unlikely to get a TC. I have a few options post-PGDL and am looking for some advice on which would be the best going...
  6. R

    How to research which practice area I could be interested in? (non-law student)

    Hello, I'm a non-law undergraduate student, but I'm hoping to eventually convert and become a solicitor. In the meantime, I wanted to apply to open days and vacation schemes to not only give me some experience for my CV and have better chances to secure a TC, but also to see if a legal...

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