SQE Exam Essentials and Preparations

Complete Guide to SQE Qualification – Pathway to Becoming a Solicitor

In this all-in-one introductory episode of SQE Essentials, we explain the entire SQE qualification pathway, including the latest rules, exemptions, and step-by-step proce

SQE2 Exam Tips – Strategies from Successful Candidates

In this special episode of SQE Essentials, we shift focus to the SQE2 examination, offering high-impact advice from candidates who’ve been through the process and passed

Types of Beneficial Interests – Vested, Contingent and Trust Structures

In this episode of SQE1 Essentials, we break down the types of beneficial interests under English trust law — a core component of the SQE1 syllabus and vital for understa

Trust Formalities and Constitution – Gifts, Declarations, and Equity’s Limits

In this episode of SQE1 Essentials, we examine the formal requirements for creating and constituting trusts in English law. This is a highly examinable area of Trusts law

Solicitor Accounts 1 Overview – Client Money, VAT and Compliance

In this episode of SQE1 Essentials, we cover the core principles of solicitor account rules and SRA compliance — a high-risk, high-importance area for both the SQE1 exam

English Legal System 4 - Monarchs, Nobles and the Church

In this episode of SQE1 Essentials, we explore the historical foundations of English law, focusing on the role of the Monarch, the Nobility, and the Church in shaping leg

English Legal System 3 - Sources of Law and Legislative Process in England and Wales

In this episode of SQE1 Essentials, we explore the sources of law in the English legal system, with a special focus on the structure and operation of the legislative proc

English Legal System 2 – Brief History of the English Legal System

In this episode of SQE1 Essentials, we introduce the English Legal System (ELS), tracing its evolution and explaining its fundamental structures — crucial background for

Trust Law 1 – Certainties, Trustees and Beneficiaries

In this episode of SQE1 Essentials, we explore the core doctrines and structures of English Trust Law, with a focus on the principles tested in the SQE1 assessment. 🎓 To

Criminal Law and Practice 1 – From Arrest to Sentencing

In this episode of SQE1 Essentials, we walk you through the full lifecycle of a criminal case in England and Wales — from the moment of arrest to the final sentence. 🔎 Y

Legal Services 1 Overview: Regulation, Ethics, and Access

In this episode of SQE1 Essentials, we examine the modern framework of legal services regulation in England and Wales — a critical part of the SQE1 syllabus and solicitor

English Legal System 1 – Overview: Sources, Courts, and Interpretation

In this foundational episode of SQE1 Essentials, we explore the structure and sources of the English Legal System, including how laws are created, interpreted, and applie

Tort Law 2 - Duty of Care and Breach Explained

In this in-depth episode of SQE1 Essentials, we examine the core building blocks of negligence in tort law: Duty of Care and Breach of Duty. 🎓 What you’ll learn: How du

Tort Law 1 – Overview: Duty of Care, Defences and Liability Types

In this episode of SQE1 Essentials, we dive into the key principles of Tort Law, a vital component of the SQE1 assessment. 🌟 Topics covered: The four-stage structure of

Wills & Estates Personal Representatives – SQE1 Essentials Ep. 4

In this episode of SQE1 Essentials by CELE SQE, we examine the crucial role of personal representatives in the administration of estates. 📌 Key topics include: The appo

Wills & Estates Interpreting Gifts in Wills – SQE1 Essentials Ep. 3

In this episode of SQE1 Essentials by CELE SQE, we turn to a fundamental aspect of wills and estate administration: the classification and distribution of gifts. You'll

Wills & Estates Validity of Wills and Codicils – SQE1 Essentials Ep. 2

Welcome to SQE1 Essentials by CELE SQE. In this episode, we explore the validity of wills and codicils — a vital topic in the SQE1 syllabus and a cornerstone of English s

Wills & Estates Overview – SQE1 Essentials Ep. 1

In this debut episode of the SQE1 Essentials podcast, we explore the foundational principles of wills and estate administration in English law — a key topic examined in t