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Elizabeth Robson discusses her journey through the SQE and offers insights on training contracts and study strategies.

Elizabeth Robson, an SQE student and future trainee solicitor at Winston Taylor, discusses her route into law after studying History at the University of Oxford, including completing a vacation scheme and then the PGDL and SQE.  She shares what she found most challenging about the SQE, how she structured her study time, and the importance of maintaining balance and using a study approach that suits you. Elizabeth also reflects on applying for training contracts, preparing through targeted research and commercial awareness, and using a vacation scheme to learn about the firm and demonstrate curiosity and teachability. She outlines her next step of starting her training contract in the Cambridge office. 00:13 Career Path Overview 00:44 Why Law Without a Law Degree 02:37 SQE Reality Check 04:41 Weekly Study Routine 07:30 Top SQE Study Tips 09:35 Training Contract Applications 13:26 Niche Focus and Commercial Awareness 15:53 Experience That Stands Out 17:52 Vacation Scheme Lessons 22:36 Interview and Assessment Prep 27:47 Next Steps and Final Advice This episode is sponsored by LawPods , a podcast marketing agency that services some of the biggest brands in law. Enjoying Law…

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