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SQE2 - failed

Hi guys, looking for some advice…

I failed by 3% (280/300) and I know that’s nowhere near as close as many others I have seen (so sorry to those who failed even closer than me). I didn’t even consider failing, I’m just in disbelief… I found SQE1 much harder which I somehow passed first time (maybe it was guess work).

I started a new job as a paralegal a week after I finished the exams. They aren’t bothered about my results, which I am incredibly grateful for, but I don’t think it would be possible to start revising for everything again alongside a full-time job. I feel like I have forgotten so much (purposely blocked out).

It obviously feels like the end of the world right now, but I am wondering if anyone has any input re- appealing? My worry is that I’m not actually incredibly close to passing compared to many, and that it might be a waste of money. I also feel as if the SRA are money grabbing bastards and won’t shift anyway because they want that extra 3 grand.

Is it worth a try?

Posted Aug 27, 2026, 1:00 PM UTC

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