This route to Becoming a Solicitor applies if you have a qualification from a university / college in Ireland, Northern Ireland, England, Wales, or Scotland, which is recognised as Level 7 or above on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications (INFQ) website.

Step 1: Final examination - First Part (FE-1)

The Final Examination – First Part (FE-1) is the entrance examination to the Law Society of Ireland's Professional Practice Course (PPC) for training to become a solicitor.

• Learn more about the FE-1 examination

Step 2: Training Contract

After completing the FE-1, you will need to find a solicitor to train you and enter into a Training Contract.

• Learn more about the Training Contract

Step 3: PPC

The Professional Practice Course (PPC) at the Law Society of Ireland is designed to prepare you for work as a solicitor. It is available as an in-person full-time course or a part-time hybrid course.

• Learn more about the PPC 

Step 4: In-office training

Upon completing the Professional Practice Course (PPC) trainee solicitors are required to complete two years of in-office training.

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Step 5: Admission to the Roll of Solicitors

When you have successfully completed your PPC examinations and your in-office training you may apply to have your name entered on the Roll of Solicitors.

• Learn more about admission to the Roll of Solicitors

Step 6: Practising Certificate

It is the statutory responsibility of each solicitor to ensure that they have a Practising Certificate (PC) in force before providing legal services of any kind whatsoever. After admission to the Roll of Solicitors, you can apply for your PC.

• Learn more about the Practising Certificate