At Blackwater, we understand that access to the Solicitor’s Qualifying Exam (“SQE”) pathway can feel uncertain, confusing, and unnecessarily stressful - particularly for candidates who do not have access to in-house legal supervision or a solicitor able to confirm their Qualifying Work Experience (“QWE”).

We established Blackwater Consolidated Services Ltd to help make the SQE pathway more accessible by providing professional support, supervision, and solicitor confirmation services for individuals and organisations navigating the QWE process.

Our team works closely with candidates and employers to help ensure that work experience is properly documented, reviewed, and assessed against applicable Solicitors Regulation Authority (“SRA”) requirements. We provide clear guidance and ongoing support throughout the process, helping to reduce the administrative and practical barriers associated with obtaining QWE confirmation.

Blackwater’s network includes qualified solicitors experienced in reviewing work undertaken for the purposes of potential QWE recognition.

We believe that talented future solicitors should not be prevented from progressing simply because they work outside of traditional legal environments. Our aim is to provide a professional, transparent, and supportive route to QWE supervision and assessment.

Contact us to find out how we can support you.