how do i become a family law solicitor?


family law
Annie_B asked:


i’ve been thinking long and hard what i want to do and i think i’d like to be a family solicitor (involved in divorces, custody cases etc). i was just wondering how long it would take to study, what i qualifications i need and what courses i need to take? i have no A levels just GCSE’s. Thanks

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2 Responses to “how do i become a family law solicitor?”

  1. ~ Mystic Dreams ~ Says:
    July 9th, 2009 at 2:04 am

    Hi,

    Firstly you’d have to get A-levels, or the equivalent because you’d need to get into university. Solicitors must hold a qualifying law degree, or a degree in any subject plus a Graduate Diploma in law (GDL) or Common Professional Examination (CPE), or a Senior Status law degree or be a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives.

    Training as a solicitor involves taking the Legal Practice Course (LPC) followed by a training contract with a practising solicitor.

    ~Mystic.

  2. old.holly265 Says:
    July 9th, 2009 at 5:51 am

    Hello Annie,

    If you are in the right age bracket (13 - 19), you are probably as well going to speak with Connexions (link below) about careers in family law. Initially, do not get hung up on labels such as “solicitor”, but get some information about all the different types of career that can be pursued in that field.

    I must warn you that the legal profession is crowded at the moment, but this is one area that has a heavy turnover, so vacancies may occur. The reason for the turnover is that the work can be rewarding, but the hours are long and it can be emotionally draining.

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