26 and i want to be a solicitor. how can i do this and what courses do i take?

Question

what qualifications do i need to train to do this? andhow many years will it take?

Answer 1

If you already have a degree you will have to take the LPC course (which was 2 years when my partner did his).

Answer 2

First of all..good a level results. I dont think the subjects are all that important nowadays but try History, English, A level law ect.. A language is an asset.

Then enroll in university for a law degree. Most universities - 3 years.

However the University of Buckingham offers a 2 year law degree. Although two year degrees are sensible, they are not an easy option.

Secondly, if you already have a degree in any other discipline you will have to do the CPE course which is 1 year.

Then you apply to a law school for the LPC ie Legal Practice Course (not cheap)...start applying for the articles (training contract) from now as they are hard to get.

The training contract is usually two years (working in a solicitors office..learning the ropes) however, it can be shorter if you have legal experience or if you are a member of ILEX. You have to apply for a reduction and the Law Society will decide.

If you pass the LPC and finish the training contract you will then be eligible to be admitted on the roll of solicitors.

Good luck ..........its a long hard slog.

Answer 3

You can apply to any UK higher education establishment as a mature student to study LLB law degree. This usually means that you have a number of modules to complete in a specific time period depending on whether you are studying full or part time, some of which are compulsory modules in order to obtain what's called a qualifying law degree.

The usual LLB course fulltime takes 3 years at most unis but you can take the course parttime over 4, 5 or 6 years. Normally, there are 6 modules per year full time and then 2, 3 or 4 parttime, depending on your own circumstances. I understand that the Law Society will only accept degrees that have been completed within a maximum of 6 years.

From there, you will be required to complete an LPC course which is usually one year full time and two years part time. There are some courses which operate one weekend in every four thus allowing you to work fulltime to pay for it! I think Leicester and Birmingham offer such courses. Usually, you need a grade of a 2:2 or better to get on such courses. Try calling Learn Direct - they really helped me.

From there, it's a matter of finding somewhere that wants you and that's it. Four years fulltime or upto 8 years part time.

The cost of doing the degree varies from institution to institution so you'll need to check. An LPC is about £8000.00. Then you will need to consider books, which are quite expensive, and possibly accommodation?

I am in my fifth year of a law degree at my local uni doing 3 modules a year. So 12 down, 6 to go. I also work part time and have two children. It is a lot of work but really enjoyable. If it's something you really, really want to do then that's half the battle.

Answer 4

LLB 3yrs
LPC 1 year
Training contract with a solicitors doing 4 chairs 1 -2 years.
Post chair experience maybe 2-3 years I think.

Approx 7 years.

Answer 5

If you want to be a solicitor, first you need a law degree. You may get it from several universities in USA or UK. For law courses UK degree is best. You may apply in University of London.

Answer 6

4 years college(any degree),2 years pre law,4 years law(in most states)

Also know that you don't just "walk" into a solicitor's job.

Answer 7

go to law school its takes many years so get started

Answer 8

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Answer 9

take history and science them are the hardiest classes

Answer 10

good for you

hope you make it


well done, and good luck