Advocacy for SQE2: A Guide to Legal Practice

Advocacy for SQE2: A Guide to Legal Practice is the first in a new series of books aimed at those preparing for SQE2, providing a comprehensive overview of the legal practice assessment and testing the competency skills required of an advocate. It includes key practice cases, practice tips, practice risks, problem-based exercises, realistic case scenarios, and a self-reflection checklist.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 318 pages
Publication date: 12 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Advocacy for SQE2: A Guide to Legal Practice is the first in a new series of comprehensive books designed to assist individuals in preparing for the SQE2 advocacy assessment. The book offers a thorough overview of the essential knowledge and skills required to succeed in the assessment, covering both dispute resolution (civil) and criminal litigation.

Divided into two practice sections, the book provides a foundational understanding of court procedure in both areas, enabling candidates to grasp the role, duties, and responsibilities of an advocate. It aligns with the SQE2 requirements and assesses the competency skills necessary for legal practice, including planning and organization, drafting, legal research, presenting reasoned arguments, witness handling, observation, exercising judgment, and applying knowledge and decision-making.

To enhance the learning experience, the book includes a range of supporting features such as summary sections, key practice cases, practice tips, practice risks, problem-based exercises, realistic case scenarios, and a self-reflection checklist. Additionally, further supporting materials are available on the companion website. Authored by an experienced author with early involvement in the planning and development of the SQE, this unique book is an indispensable resource for candidates seeking to fully prepare for their SQE2 advocacy assessment.

Weight: 636g
Dimension: 154 x 234 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367680879