Tools to do the work - not just talk about it.
A growing library of templates, checklists and curated reading. New material is added as the collective grows.
Writing Strong EQM Competency Examples
NewEQM Guide + TemplateA practical guide to Broad Overviews and outcome-focused PSS examples.
Open guideEquivalent Means application form template
NewDOCXReady to draft your SRA Equivalent Means application form.
Open templatePractice Skills Standards (PSS) mapping template
NewXLSXMap your experience against the SRA’s Practice Skills Standards (PSS) and identify gaps. Includes three anonymised examples.
Open templateExample EQM reference letter
NewDOCXAn anonymised EQM reference letter from a senior legal professional who oversaw the applicant’s work, with selected PSS examples.
Open templateApplication bundle index
New.DOCXRecommended order and labelling for assessor-friendly bundles.
Open templateEvidence log template
NewXLSXOrganise work samples, PSS references, supervisor feedback and approvals, ready for submission.
Open templateEquivalent Means readiness check
.DOCX12 questions to ask before submitting an application.
SRA Statement of Solicitor Competence
LinkThe competence framework everything maps back to.
Request accessSRA Threshold Standard
LinkWhat 'day-one solicitor' actually looks like to the regulator.
Curated articles & case studies
InternalSelected pieces from our Insights section, by topic.
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