Qualify in England & Wales: SQE for Ukrainian Lawyers
SQE1 JANUARY 2027 & JULY 2027 Study Group ‘SQE Ukraine’ NOW ENROLLING!
✓ SQE 1 prep course from the Academy of Smart Lawyers (also known as OSCEsmart®)
✓ Assistance with SQE2 exemption applications or further SQE 2 preparation
✓ English Language Preparation for Exempt Candidates
✓ Complete guidance and mentorship from prominent dual-qualified mentors
✓ Lifelong membership in the Global Community of Smart Lawyers
Join our Ukrainian SQE Telegram Group
Join our Ukrainian SQE LinkedIn Group
If you’re any of the following, this opportunity is for you:
How to qualify as a solicitor in the UK?
- Pass the SQE1 (Functioning Legal Knowledge multiple-choice test) Assessment.
- Pass the SQE2 (Practical Legal Skills) Assessment or Obtain an SQE2 Exemption: Ukrainian advocates are exempt.
Other Ukrainian lawyers may apply for an individual SQE2 exemption, subject to the SRA’s requirements. - Meet the Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) Requirement. Qualified lawyers are not required to complete or demonstrate two years of Qualifying Work Experience (QWE).
Introducing SQE Ukrainian Study Group of the Academy of Smart Lawyers!
Olga Pogrebennyk is a Ukrainian Advocate and Solicitor of England and Wales, dual-qualified through the QLTS (the precursor to the SQE) in 2016 with distinctions. She holds an LLB, LPC and LLM from Nottingham Law School and founded the Academy in 2018 specifically to prepare foreign-qualified lawyers for the SQE. As someone who has passed the exam herself, she brings first-hand insight that no textbook can replicate.
Oliver Gray is a Solicitor of England and Wales, admitted to the roll in 2017 following a training contract. He holds an LLB from the University of Plymouth and an LPC and LLM from the University of the West of England, and has an in-depth understanding of the English legal education system.
Together, Olga and Oliver deliver most of the Academy’s live revision lectures and are actively involved in teaching — meaning they can address legal issues directly during sessions, not just point you to materials. They provide personalised guidance on preparation strategy, study planning and progress throughout the course.
For Ukrainian candidates specifically, Olga bridges the gap between Ukrainian and English legal systems, explaining complex concepts through familiar comparisons — and in Ukrainian where needed
Meet your mentors
The Academy tutors and mentors dedicated to teaching you how to pass SQE and open career opportunities.
Solicitor (England and Wales).
Leading SQE training for LPC grads and UK aspirants.
SQE Senior lecturer, author, tutor-coach specialising in Business, Corporate and Commercial Law, Property Practice, and Investments.
Dual-qualified solicitor (England and Wales, Ukraine) with a PhD.
Leading SQE training for foreign solicitors.
SQE Senior lecturer, author, tutor-coach specialising in Litigation, Business & Corporate Law and Private Clients.
Help at every stage towards qualifying as a solicitor in the UK
The Academy tutors and mentors dedicated to teaching you how to pass SQE, get better and open career opportunities.
SQE1 Exam Insights:
Understand the methodology, requirements and marking criteria
Personalised SQE1 Study Plan:
Customised to meet your needs and target your chosen exam sitting
Continuous Mentor Support:
Ongoing guidance and advice from experienced mentors
Flexible Resource Access:
Anytime access to recorded lectures and live session recordings
Interactive Live Sessions:
Law updates, Q&A, MCQ analysis & exploration of complex legal concepts
Enhanced Study Notes:
Focused synopsis notes with an integrated note-making tool
Realistic Practice MCQs:
Exam-like MCQs and a web interface with authentic exam features
Monthly Ukrainian Mentorship:
Sessions to keep you on track, provided in Ukrainian if required
English Language Support:
For SQE2 Exemption Applicants & Legal English Classes (On Demand)
SQE1 preparation course
Our preparation strategy is built upon three foundational pillars designed to optimise learning and mastery of legal concepts.
Recorded lectures with Synopsis Notes
Recorded Law Lectures: Utilising team-teaching, our sessions feature at least two experienced solicitors discussing legal concepts, citing relevant cases, and sharing their practical insights. Each topic is broken down into indexed 15-minute videos for targeted and efficient learning.
Visualised Synopsis Notes: Our notes employ structured visual aids to enhance comprehension, allowing students to quickly process and retain information effectively.
Three-Layer Learning System:
1 Synopsis Foundations → Build knowledge
2 SmartRecall™ BigPicture → Revise & memorise
3 QuizBook™ Series → Apply & master
SQE Live Tuition:
1 Get your questions answered
2 Strengthen your understanding of the law
3 Master complex legal issues
4 Stay up to date with key legal developments
5 Develop winning SQE exam strategies
Live revision sessions
Interactive Live-Group Sessions: We conduct regular live online sessions for interactive revision and discussion. These sessions focus on updating legal knowledge, addressing student queries, and tackling complex multiple-choice questions (MCQs) while sharing effective exam strategies.
SQE1 Mocks & MCQs
Our learning system combines active recall tasks, open questions, flashcards and progressively more challenging MCQs to help you move from learning the law to applying it confidently in the SQE.
- Lecture MCQs – Reinforce key concepts after each lecture.
- Practice MCQs – Test each subject and improve your notes with instant feedback.
- Consolidation MCQs – More challenging, application-based questions with wxeighted scoring.
- Revision MCQs – Exam-style questions with answers released at the end, just like the SQE.
- Mock Exams – Timed assessments using an exam-like interface with a timer, calculator and flagging function.
Our questions are continually refined to reflect the style, complexity and practical application expected in the SQE while supporting effective long-term learning. 
Legal English Foundations for SQE Preparation
Legal English SQE — We have developed an introductory course for those who need to improve their English language skills first. It’s effectively a foundational Legal English course for foreigners who wish to qualify via the SQE but need a preliminary step before starting. Drop us a line at info@superexam.uk
What makes Academy of Smart Lawyers different?
Our unique blend of culturally attuned mentorship, practical learning experiences tailored to each candidate, and first-hand exam success strategies, ensuring every student is equipped for success in the exam.
Price and packages
Pay for the course package only and join our Ukrainian study group with all its benefits for FREE!
| SQE1 Pack FLK1 & FLK2 | Pre-recorded lectures | No of lectures | Flashcards | Interactive live-revision lectures | SQE1 MCQs Bank |
| Criminal Practice | ✓ | 4 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Criminal Law | ✓ | 3 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Trust | ✓ | 3 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Land Law | ✓ | 3 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Property Practice | ✓ | 4 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wills and the Administration of Estates | ✓ | 4 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Solicitors Accounts | ✓ | 1 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tort | ✓ | 3 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Contract | ✓ | 4 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dispute Resolution | ✓ | 4 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Business Law and Practice | ✓ | 4 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Constitutional and Administrative Law & EU Law | ✓ | 3 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| English Legal System | ✓ | 1 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Legal Services | ✓ | 1 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Individual study plan | |||||
| Meeting with your mentors |
Our past students say
Academy of Smart Lawyers has been around since early 2018. We’ve been lucky enough to serve over 350+ SQE candidates who qualified with us.
Here some of our students tell about us.
“Dr. Olga’s personalised feedback helped me understand exactly where and how to improve. The Academy’s visual materials – especially the mind maps for Business Law and the Dispute Resolution advocacy framework – were crafted with a clarity that only a true professional could achieve. These resources still stick with me today. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking focused, effective SQE exam preparation.”
“Human response is one thing but the other thing is the professional assessment which Olga and her colleagues are very qualified to provide, and those responses to me were really relevant…
The law lectures were incredibly important in building knowledge, as the volume of information required for the examination is substantial, making it impossible to memorise everything.”
“I tried to pass this exam twice… For my second preparation, I just followed the exact instructions and slides that are given on your platform. I’m very thankful to your school for all very useful suggestions that I have received from you – thank you!”
FAQs
Have any questions? We are here to answer them all.
The Ukrainian SQE Study Group is a dedicated programme designed for Ukrainian lawyers preparing for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). It offers tailored resources, mentorship, and support, all delivered in Ukrainian to enhance understanding and success in the exam. This group provides a community and structured learning environment that aligns with the unique needs of Ukrainian legal professionals aiming to qualify as solicitors in England and Wales.
The Foundations for the SQE, also known as SQE Legal English, is a preparatory English language course designed to introduce students to legal vocabulary and fundamental concepts. It serves as a foundational step for those whose English needs improvement before they can tackle the SQE preparation proper. Through this course, students gradually begin their journey towards understanding and mastering the language skills necessary for the SQE exams.
The study group format offers a collaborative and structured approach to SQE preparation, distinguished primarily by the active role of mentors. Mentors in the study group:
- supervise participants,
- keep them on track with their studies, and
- provide crucial assistance with exam strategies and techniques.
This support is tailored to ensure all group members receive the guidance they need to navigate the SQE successfully. In contrast, the non-study group format typically provides a more self-directed learning experience without the scheduled start dates or the collaborative and guided environment of the study groups. Participants in study groups benefit from regular engagement with their mentors and peers, which enhances their learning and preparation. Study groups generally have fixed start dates, usually in December and April, to ensure a coordinated and uniform progression through the course material.
Joining the Ukrainian Study Group does not incur any additional costs beyond the subscription to Package A (FLK1 & FLK2), which is priced at £1800. This subscription covers a period of 13 months and includes access to the Ukrainian Study Group along with other comprehensive resources and support for your SQE preparation.
All lectures, including live sessions, are delivered by the whole Academy. You are encouraged to ask questions and suggest legal concepts to be covered during these live sessions. In addition to these interactions, you will also have a dedicated mentor specifically assigned to your study group. This mentor will provide tailored study support and guide you throughout the preparation process, ensuring a comprehensive and supportive learning experience.
Mentorship is primarily provided in a group format. You will participate in monthly group sessions focused on discussing SQE1 preparation strategies, receiving tips, and obtaining tailored recommendations. Specific one-to-one mentorship sessions, particularly concerning your personalised study plan, may occasionally be arranged based on the mentor’s discretion and availability.
Knowledge of English law and the Solicitor’s qualification provides many advantages.
Some of them are:
✓ Gaining Common Law Clients: English law extends beyond England, serving as the legal foundation for approximately 80 other common law countries worldwide. It is also the preferred choice of law in international contracts, making it a pivotal asset in global legal practices.
In the context of rebuilding Ukraine, the relevance of English law cannot be overstated. Similar to the Astana International Financial Centre in Kazakhstan and the Dubai International Financial Centre in the UAE – both of which operate under legal systems inspired by English common law – Ukraine may consider establishing a special economic zone governed by English law to attract foreign investment and foster economic growth. If such an initiative materialises, dual-qualified lawyers with strong knowledge of English law will likely be in high demand, providing immense opportunities for Ukrainian legal professionals to play a vital role in the country’s recovery and development.
✓ Working Around the Globe: The qualification of Solicitors of England and Wales is one of the most internationally recognised, offering extensive work opportunities across the globe. This global acknowledgment opens doors to diverse legal markets and enhances career mobility.
Many Ukrainian lawyers, advocates, and notaries have left the country with their families due to the ongoing conflict. Being qualified as a solicitor of England and Wales is well-recognised in many jurisdictions and can provide access to qualified legal work internationally. This recognition is particularly beneficial for Ukrainian legal professionals seeking to continue their careers abroad while contributing valuable expertise to the global legal community.
✓ Obtaining a Job Promotion: Many dual-qualified solicitors achieve significant career advancements post-qualification. They often rise to CEO and other managerial positions in-house or become partners in law firms, demonstrating the high value and versatility of their qualifications.
This pathway is not solely about practising law; it can also enhance careers in various other fields, including top business management. Pursuing the SQE for Ukrainian advocates offers an excellent opportunity, particularly as they may obtain an exemption from SQE2. This potential exemption allows for a streamlined process towards qualification, opening up broader career prospects in legal and corporate leadership roles.
✓ Becoming a Qualified Lawyer: The Solicitor of England and Wales qualification offers a pathway to becoming a European lawyer, for instance by converting it into an Irish qualification. This conversion enables practitioners to become recognised as EU lawyers. Additionally, the qualification provides a simplified process for transferring to other jurisdictions, such as Switzerland.
Get ready to qualify as Solicitors of England & Wales TODAY!
How to join the Ukrainian SQE Study Group and mentorship programme of the Academy of Smart Lawyers?
Your SQE1 Journey
- Register on the SUPERexam Platform and .
- Book a consultation (optional) to discuss your preparation strategy.
- Choose your course and begin your studies.
- Learn, practise and revise through lectures, active recall tasks, flashcards, MCQs and mock exams.
- Review your progress with your mentor and decide when to book the exam.
- Complete your final revision and sit the SQE1 with confidence.