SQE Marking Criteria
Skills Research:
- Identify/use relevant sources
- Provide client-focused advice which addresses the problem
- Use clear and acceptable language
Skills Writing:
- Relevant facts are included
- A logical structure is used
- The advice is focused on the client and recipient
- The language is clear, precise, concise, acceptable, and appropriate to the recipient
Application of law:
- The law is applied correctly to the client’s situation
- The law is applied comprehensively to the client’s situation, including identifying and addressing any potential ethical and professional conduct issues
'Please note: Legal research is one of the most stressful parts of the exam.
Your legal research skills may be very relevant and useful in all the OSCE Part 2 written assessments. You will have access to the databases during Writing and Drafting and may use them in order to find pertinent precedents and related information.
However, your time will be very limited and you should know exactly where to search the information you need. This is especially relevant for Drafting.'