SQE2 Advocacy: A Strategic Guide to the Oral Assessment
This guide is designed to help SQE2 candidates approach the advocacy assessment with clarity, confidence and strategy. It provides a structured framework for preparation, delivery and legal application, alongside personal insight from sitting the examination.
Inside, you will find:
- A clear breakdown of what is assessed and how marks are awarded
- Structured preparation techniques for the 45-minute preparation window
- A reliable advocacy framework you can adapt to civil and criminal applications
- Practical communication strategies for handling judicial questions
- Personal reflections from real exam experience
Important Notice & Disclaimer
This document is the original work of the author and reflects personal understanding, experience and interpretation of the SQE2 advocacy assessment at the time of writing.
It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) or any assessment provider.
The SQE assessment format, marking criteria and content are subject to change. Candidates should always refer to official SRA guidance and published assessment specifications to ensure they are relying on the most up-to-date information.
This material is provided for personal use only. It must not be copied, reproduced, shared, distributed, resold or transmitted in any form without prior written permission from the author.
Unauthorised distribution is strictly prohibited.
