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Top 10 components of a good online course

April 15, 2022

In the modern world, it is increasingly common for people to work, study, communicate and do just about anything online. Since the pandemic, there has been a proliferation of online course creation and it seems that most education platforms are now offering online courses. Even universities have continued to host lectures and study groups online […]

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Is online learning more inclusive?

April 13, 2022

During the COVID-19 lockdowns, students didn’t have a choice but to study online rather than attend lectures and seminars in person. But many students actually choose online learning over classroom learning, for numerous reasons.  Students have been enrolling on web-based courses for decades, but there has been a substantial increase in uptake following the pandemic, especially […]

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Top 10 benefits of online learning

April 11, 2022

Educational institutes have used the same method of teaching for hundreds of years. A group of students sit in class whilst a teacher stands at the front of the room and explains the day’s topics to them. However, whilst this method is effective in some ways, there are far more options for students in the […]

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Can you study for the SQE online?

April 9, 2022

The Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) was introduced in September 2021 as the new route to qualifying as a solicitor of England and Wales. By 31st December 2032, the SQE will have replaced the Legal Practice Course (LPC) entirely, but depending on when you started studying, there is currently some crossover.  The SQE was brought in to […]

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What does the SQE cost?

April 7, 2022

From September 2021, the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) is replacing the old method of law examinations. This change was made after the Legal Services Board (LSB) approved the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) application. It means the introduction of a centralised exam that tests functioning legal knowledge (FLK) of graduates with a qualifying law degree and […]

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Can paralegals practice law?

April 5, 2022

Paralegals play an integral role in the proceedings of a legal case and the overall operation of law firms. Their hard work, knowledge, and skillset allow firms to save time and money as the lawyers are able to focus on the more specialised aspects of casework. Because of the nature of legal work, paralegals have […]

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What are pro bono solicitors?

April 3, 2022

Legal proceedings can be a lengthy process that can far exceed the funds of the parties involved. Whilst legal aid is provided by the government to some eligible cases, there is limited availability. The concerned party must also give sufficient proof that they cannot afford legal fees through an application process. One of the most […]

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What is the difference between a barrister and a solicitor?

March 30, 2022

You may be thinking about pursuing a career in the law. But from arbitrators, mediators and judges to paralegals, solicitors and barristers, there are so many paths for legal professionals, it can be difficult to decide on which one to follow. “Lawyer” is the umbrella term given to a licensed and qualified legal professional. The […]

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Globalise your career: A New York lawyers’ journey to dual qualification

March 29, 2022

By Jasmine Gratton, Associate Attorney at Whitmyer IP Group. When I first heard of the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE), I was both confused and intrigued. I was in my second year of law school at the University of Bristol in England, and there were murmurs of this new, stream-lined process to legal qualification in England […]

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What does a trainee solicitor do?

March 28, 2022

To complete the difficult journey to becoming a solicitor, you must first successfully finish either the Legal Practice Course (LPC) or the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE), before spending two years as a trainee. Previously, there was one route for trainee solicitors, which was to get a training contract with a firm for two years. However, […]

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