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
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