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You do not need to be a solicitor advocate to become a Deputy District Judge. Any solicitor who had 5 years PQE may apply.I know someone going through the process currently who is a corporate solicitor.The process is different in that they do the testing first and then they interview 2-3 applicants per space available. So the top percentage depending on number taking the test v number of positions available are then invited to fill in the lengthy application form where they demonstrate their competencies and their 2 referees (called assessors) have to do the same. Then there are further stages including an online assessment centre and interview
You do not need to be a solicitor advocate to become a Deputy District Judge. Any solicitor who had 5 years PQE may apply.
I know someone going through the process currently who is a corporate solicitor.
The process is different in that they do the testing first and then they interview 2-3 applicants per space available. So the top percentage depending on number taking the test v number of positions available are then invited to fill in the lengthy application form where they demonstrate their competencies and their 2 referees (called assessors) have to do the same. Then there are further stages including an online assessment centre and interview
