Law
Law Entrance Exam
QLTT
The four Heads of the QLTT are:
| Head I: |
Property | Conveyancing
Wills, Probate and Administration |
3 hour written examination |
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| Head II: |
Litigation | Legal System
Civil Litigation
Criminal Litigation |
3 hour written examination |
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| Head III: |
Professional Conduct & Accounts |
Accounts
Financial Services | 3 hour written examination |
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| Head IV: |
Principles of Common Law | Principles of Common Law | Oral examination |
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The aim of the test is to assess the ?aptitude? of the candidate and is limited to the
professional knowledge of the candidate. The test aims to assess the ability of the candidate
to practice as a solicitor in England and Wales.
Written Examinations will require a candidate to demonstrate:
- An ability to solve legal problems in a practical context
- A clear understanding of substantive legal knowledge
- An ability to apply substantive legal knowledge to practical problems
- An ability to deliver appropriate solutions to legal problems
Oral Examinations will require a candidate to demonstrate:
- Knowledge and understanding of the principles of the common law and the manner in which they apply in practice
- A working knowledge of the legal system
- A working knowledge of the principles of statutes and substantive law
- Competence in the English Language
The Assessments on the QLTT will be written and set in accordance with the Written
Standards laid down by the Law Society. Candidates are required to pass each Head which
that Candidate?s Certificate of Eligibility states are the subjects which that candidate
is required to pass. Their performance in a Head may not be compensated by their performance
in any other Head.
