Solicitor Apprenticeships London
Launch your legal career with Datalaw’s Solicitor Apprenticeships London programme. This government-funded programme offers a cost-free pathway to becoming a solicitor, with full coverage of SQE1 and SQE2 training and exam fees. Gain real legal experience while working toward qualification, without the financial pressure.
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Solicitor Apprenticeships London Overview
The Solicitor Apprenticeships London programme from Datalaw offers an immersive, work-based route to qualifying as a solicitor. It’s designed for individuals looking to earn while they learn, gaining real legal experience alongside structured training.
As you progress, you’ll develop essential solicitor skills, from legal research and drafting to time management and client interaction. The programme includes full SQE1 and SQE2 preparation, and by the end, you’ll hold a recognised Level 7 qualification, ready to apply for admission as a solicitor in England and Wales.
- All SQE training and exams covered, no cost to you.
- Learn what’s needed to succeed as a solicitor and deal with clients.
- Earn a Level 7 qualification that leads to solicitor status.
- Live Zoom workshops, no travel required.
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Solicitor Apprenticeship London Programme Benefits
With the Solicitor Apprenticeships London programme, all SQE1, SQE2, and preparation course costs are fully covered through government funding, meaning no tuition fees or surprise charges.
This solicitor apprenticeship programme mirrors real solicitor work. You’ll develop the skills to manage legal matters, communicate with clients, and handle cases confidently from start to finish.
Learn & Apply Legal Knowledge
Gain in-depth legal knowledge and apply it directly in a working law firm, covering everything from drafting to ethics and client care. Helping prepare you for independent work as a qualified solicitor.
Receive mentorship from experienced professionals working within the legal industry. Their insight will help shape your skills and legal mindset for long-term success.
As part of your programme, you’ll complete your Qualifying Work Experience (QWE), meeting SRA requirements and positioning you for solicitor status upon completion.
Support Provided in the Solicitor Apprenticeships London Programme
At Datalaw, we understand that balancing SQE exam prep, legal studies, and full-time responsibilities in a working law firm can be challenging. That’s why every learner enrolled in our Solicitor Apprenticeships London programme is assigned a dedicated personal tutor from the outset. Your tutor will provide tailored one-to-one support, regular check-ins, and expert guidance, ensuring you stay motivated, focused, and fully prepared for each stage of the SQE assessments.
How Does the Solicitor Apprenticeship Benefit Employers?
Choosing to partner with Datalaw for their solicitor apprenticeships London programme gives your firm a smart, low-cost way to build future legal talent from within. With full government funding available to cover SQE exam fees and professional training, this programme removes the typical financial barriers to qualification. Your apprentice will gain valuable legal experience tailored to your practice area, developing the skills to contribute effectively from day one. By the end of the apprenticeship, you’ll have a fully qualified solicitor who understands your business and is ready to represent it with confidence and professionalism.
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The most important thing ultimately is the hands on experience but embedded with the theoretical knowledge. I’m doing my workshops where I’m learning all different things and then I’m actually applying them to my everyday work which is so beneficial.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Solicitor Apprenticeships London programme is an ideal pathway for professionals already working in legal environments, such as paralegals, legal assistants, trainee legal executives, or those in in-house legal teams, who are ready to take the next step toward becoming qualified solicitors. Delivered by Datalaw and funded through the government, this programme offers a practical and affordable alternative to traditional legal education. It’s designed for individuals aiming to grow their legal careers, and for London-based employers who want to invest in and retain high-potential legal talent.
The duration of the Solicitor Apprenticeships London programme depends on your current legal background and qualifications. Whether you’re new to the legal sector or already have experience in a support role, the length of the apprenticeship will be tailored to your individual journey. Datalaw will assess your starting point and guide you toward the most suitable route. Want to understand your options? Register your interest and we’ll help map out the timeline that fits your experience.
The Solicitor Apprenticeships London programme is backed by government funding, making it an affordable and accessible route to qualification. For levy-paying employers, up to £27,000 of training costs can be covered using their Apprenticeship Levy contributions. Smaller London firms that don’t pay the levy can still benefit, with 95% of the training costs funded by the government, leaving just a 5% employer contribution. This funding model provides a cost-effective way to grow your legal team and nurture in-house solicitor talent without the financial burden of traditional training routes.
The Solicitor Apprenticeships London programme offers an academic and practical, work-based route to becoming a qualified solicitor. Ideal for those already employed in the legal sector, it combines on-the-job learning with structured academic study and complete preparation for both SQE1 and SQE2 exams. Once the programme is successfully completed, learners earn a recognised Level 7 qualification and become eligible to apply for admission to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) to practise as a solicitor in England and Wales.
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Datalaw is approved by the Department for Education, enabling us to secure government funding on your organisation’s behalf for this law apprenticeship. This means you can achieve your solicitor qualification and advance your career without any financial burden.