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You've done the SQE1. You think it's all over. But there is something over the hill coming towards you... The SQE2 does not have to be terrifying. But it is a tricky exam. We are here to help. We will chat through the beast, what the SRA is looking for, hints and tips on how to prep and some practical steps that you can start taking now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Come on a walk with me as we discuss a client buying shares from a company. Here is the law we discussed: Differences between a private and public company: CA 2006 s755(1); s154; s271; s59(1) and s58(1); Incorporation: CA 2006 s8; s9; s14; s15(4); Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 Articles of association (including statutory contract): CA 2006 s17; s18(1); s21; s33; Eley v Positiv...

A minister in the Government wants to introduce a bill in the House of Commons to abolish the House of Lords. He is preparing his speech to make in the House in support of the bill. Which of the following is not a legitimate argument the minister could make in support of the bill? A.     The House of Lords is unelected. B.     The House of Lords ca...

In this episode, we explain some hints and tips on how to make the most of the final months before the SQE1 exams. With the exams fast approaching, we often get asked what is the best way to revise and use the remaining time most effectively. Here's our answer - enjoy! www.wearedevilsadvocate.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a residential neighbourhood, a homeowner, who had previously agreed to a positive covenant to maintain a communal garden, decides to sell their property. The original homeowner enters into an indemnity with the buyer. What does this mean when the new owner neglects the garden maintenance, leading to legal action from the affected neighbours? A. The affected neighbours can sue both the original...

We often get asked: what is Company Law? And how is it different to Business Law? Please don't say we have to learn more for the SQE exam... Don't fear: we are here to offer clarity. We are getting deep into the bones of company law to try and get a grip on what this is. What does it mean? What does it cover? And what are its key rules? Join us as we tackle company law and discuss what you need to...

A business made a total turnover of £450,000 in the 2023/24 accounting period, with deductible expenditure of £115,000 and total capital allowances of £12,000. The total capital gains, after all applicable deductions, was £100,000. The business has a £26,000 trading loss to carry forward from last year. There were no other losses in the accounting period. What is the business’s total taxable profi...

What happens when it all goes wrong? What does it mean to breach the Code of Conduct, the SRA Principles and the SRA Accounts Rules? In this episode, we explore the case of a solicitor who was brought before the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal by the SRA. The case brings out some really important stuff that is very examinable for your SQE: ethics and professional conduct, which are pervasive. 124...

Your client is a laundry company. It wants to enter into a contract with a new detergent supplier. The client gets in touch with the supplier and sends them a contract offer – to buy 3 loads of detergent for £250 on their standard terms. The detergent company replies with another offer – 4 loads for £600 on their standard terms. Your client then goes back with a new offer - £260 for 5 on their sta...

We are deep-diving into royal prerogatives, covering how they operate in a real-life context. Transport yourself back to a courtroom in 2016, then trade and cooperation agreement negotiations in 2020, before finishing with the present and how royal prerogatives operate today. Here are some helpful links to what we discussed in the episode: Miller and Santos v. Secretary of State [2016] EWHC 2...