Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship
The Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship is made for those who hold a law degree or equivalent qualifications, this 30-month solicitor apprenticeship has been created to prepare apprentices for the Solicitors Qualifying Exams and gain a full solicitor qualification.
Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship Key Features:
Structure: You will spend 80% of your time on the job working, 20% off the job training and study.
Curriculum: Comprehensive legal foundation topics and skill modules available online.
Support: Online one-on-one meetings with your Progress Tutor to monitor your progress and develop a portfolio.
Feedback: Receive detailed comments on your weekly assignments from your tutor.
Exam Preparation: Prepares students for both Parts 1 and 2 of the Solicitors Qualifying Exams (SQE).
Qualification: Become a qualified solicitor.
Career Readiness: This apprenticeship equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge for their first day as a qualified solicitor.
Year 1
Functioning Legal Knowledge Part 1 (Business, Legal Services, Dispute Resolution)
Functioning Legal Knowledge Part 2 (Property Law and Practice, Wills, Solicitors’ Accounts, Criminal Practice)
Take Your SQE 1 Exam
Year 2
Client Interviewing
Advocacy & persuasive oral communication
Case & matter analysis
Legal research & written advice
Drafting
Create a portfolio of work completed throughout your apprenticeship training and modules
End Point Assessment: Take Your SQE 2 Exam
To be eligible for this apprenticeship, you must comply with these following requirements.
You need a 2.2 or higher on a UK law bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
You must be currently employed and on the pay roll of a legal organisation.
You must have GCSE English and Maths at Level C/4 or above, or an equivalent qualification. If you did not complete GCSE Maths and English or do not have the required scores, you may need to take Functional Skills Maths and English exams. For suitable equivalent qualifications, please contact us.
Please note, you must be eligible to live and work in the UK permanently, as apprentices are considered employees.
You must not be currently enrolled onto another government funded apprenticeship.
To discuss your eligibility please feel free to register your interest.
How much does this apprenticeship cost?
The apprenticeship is provided at no cost to learners. For the legal organisation who will be supporting you through this apprenticeship, it is 95% government-funded, and in some cases, it can be 100% funded depending on certain eligibility criteria.
How can I claim apprenticeship funding?
Datalaw is approved by the Education & Skills Funding Agency, allowing us to claim government funding on behalf of organisation and learners. This funding ensures that learners can undertake law apprenticeships to become legally qualified solicitors without financial barriers. Organisations interested in this funding can contact us for detailed guidance on the application process and eligibility requirements.
Is the SQE included in this apprenticeship?
Yes, the government funding covers the cost for you to sit your Solicitors Qualifying Examinations (SQE). Additionally, the apprenticeship includes preparation courses for the SQE to help you succeed in these exams.
Do apprentices pay anything towards the solicitor apprenticeship?
No, apprentices do not pay anything towards the solicitor apprenticeship. The cost of apprenticeships is borne by the employer, with substantial government funding available to cover most or all of the expenses. This ensures that apprentices can focus on gaining practical training and valuable skills without the worry of financial costs.
How do I apply?
To apply for Datalaw’s law apprenticeships you can register your interest and one of Apprenticeship Coordinators will be in touch to help you start your journey to becoming qualified.
Solicitor Apprenticeship
The Solicitor Apprenticeship is made for school leavers who hold a law A-Level or equivalent qualifications, this solicitor apprenticeship has been created to prepare apprentices for the Solicitors Qualifying Exams and gain a full solicitor qualification.
Solicitor Apprenticeship Key Features:
Duration: 6 years of training, this equivalents to the same amount of time that it would take to qualify via the traditional route (e.g university, training contract, solicitor exams)
Structure: This will consist of 80% on-the-job working and 20% off-the-job education and training.
Curriculum: Access legal foundation topics and skill modules online.
Support: Regular one-on-one meetings with your progress tutor to support your development and help you create a work-based portfolio.
Feedback: Submit weekly assignments and receive detailed feedback from your progress tutor.
Exam Preparation: Comprehensive preparation for Parts 1 and 2 of the new Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).
Qualification: Become a qualified solicitor.
Career Readiness: This apprenticeship equips students with the skills and knowledge needed for their first day as a qualified solicitor.
Year 1:
Common Law Method and Ethics
Public Law
Law of Contract
Year 2:
Law of Tort
Criminal Law
Critical Approaches in Current Legal Issues
Year 3:
Land Law
Real Estate
Business Law 1
Year 4:
Equity and Trusts
Access to Justice and Legal Services
Criminal Litigation and Evidence
Civil Dispute Resolution
Year 5:
Business Law 2
Wills and Succession
SQE1 Preparation – Functioning Legal Knowledge (FLK) 2
Skills Portfolio and FLK 2
Take your SQE 1 Exam
Year 6
SQE1 Preparation
SQE2 Preparation
LLM Key Practice Areas
End point assessment: Take your SQE 2 Exam
Academic Qualifications:
- 3 A Levels at Grade C or above, or equivalent*
- 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English, at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent
You must be eligible to live and work in the UK permanently, as apprentices are considered employees.
You must be currently employed and on the pay roll of a legal organisation.
Note: The Solicitors Regulatory Authority will oversee the Solicitor Qualifying Exams (SQE), which apprentices will take in Years 5 and 6.
How much does this apprenticeship cost?
The apprenticeship is provided at no cost to learners. For the legal organisation who will be supporting you through this apprenticeship, it is 95% government-funded, and in some cases, it can be 100% funded depending on certain eligibility criteria.
How can I claim apprenticeship funding?
Datalaw is approved by the Education & Skills Funding Agency, allowing us to claim government funding on behalf of organisation and learners. This funding ensures that learners can undertake law apprenticeships to become legally qualified solicitors without financial barriers. Organisations interested in this funding can contact us for detailed guidance on the application process and eligibility requirements.
Is the SQE included in this apprenticeship?
Yes, the government funding covers the cost for you to sit your Solicitors Qualifying Examinations (SQE). Additionally, the apprenticeship includes preparation courses for the SQE to help you succeed in these exams.
Do apprentices pay anything towards the solicitor apprenticeship?
No, apprentices do not pay anything towards the solicitor apprenticeship. The cost of apprenticeships is borne by the employer, with substantial government funding available to cover most or all of the expenses. This ensures that apprentices can focus on gaining practical training and valuable skills without the worry of financial costs.
How do I apply?
To apply for Datalaw’s law apprenticeships you can register your interest and one of Apprenticeship Coordinators will be in touch to help you start your journey to becoming qualified.
Paralegal Apprenticeship
The Paralegal Apprenticeship is made for those who hold GCSE’s and are looking to start their legal career. This apprenticeship has been created to provide apprentices with the necessary legal skills and become a qualified paralegal.
Paralegal Apprenticeship Key Features:
Duration: 2 years of distance learning
Structure: You will be doing 80% on-the-job working and 20% off-the-job education and training
Curriculum: Access legal foundation topics and skill modules online
Qualification: Become a qualified paralegal
Support: Regular one-on-one meetings with your progress tutor to support your development and help you create a work-based portfolio
Feedback: Submit weekly assignments and receive detailed feedback from your progress tutor
Mandatory Modules:
Introduction to Law for Paralegals
Legal Ethics and Responsibilities for Paralegals
Professional Skills for Paralegals
You will then select your optional modules:
Technical Legal Knowledge
Civil Litigation for Paralegals
Criminal Litigation for Paralegals
Conveyancing for Paralegals
Employment Practice for Paralegals
Wills & Succession for Paralegals
Datalaw’s Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship is a nationally recognised qualification designed for individuals aspiring to become paralegals and for those with some paralegal experience seeking to advance their careers in the legal sector. This program offers top-tier training that integrates both academic knowledge and practical skills essential for working in the legal field.
Upon completing this course, candidates will be awarded a Level 3 in Paralegal training, equivalent to an A-level in Law. This qualification is highly regarded by law firm employers, as it allows those with the Level 3 Professional Diploma in Law and Practice to charge fee-earning at grade D of the Guideline Hourly Rates.
How much does this apprenticeship cost?
The apprenticeship is provided at no cost to learners. For the legal organisation who will be supporting you through this apprenticeship, it is 95% government-funded, and in some cases, it can be 100% funded depending on certain eligibility criteria.
How can I claim apprenticeship funding?
Datalaw is approved by the Education & Skills Funding Agency, allowing us to claim government funding on behalf of organisation and learners. This funding ensures that learners can undertake law apprenticeships to become legally qualified solicitors without financial barriers. Organisations interested in this funding can contact us for detailed guidance on the application process and eligibility requirements.
Do apprentices pay anything towards the paralegal apprenticeship?
No, apprentices do not pay anything towards the paralegal apprenticeship. The cost of apprenticeships is borne by the employer, with substantial government funding available to cover most or all of the expenses. This ensures that apprentices can focus on gaining practical training and valuable skills without the worry of financial costs.
How do I apply?
To apply for Datalaw’s law apprenticeships you can register your interest and one of Apprenticeship Coordinators will be in touch to help you start your journey to becoming qualified.