Dual Qualify in the U.S. or England + Wales from the UAE
Broaden your legal expertise as a distinguished legal professional with a truly global perspective
Leading Extended Bar Exam and SQE Prep for UAE Lawyers
If you’re ready to expand your legal career, dual qualification could be the answer. International operations have become ingrained in legal practice and it’s common for international matters to be handled in either the United States or English & Welsh legal systems. The United States is the largest legal services market in the world followed by England & Wales which is the second largest globally and the largest in Europe. Positioning yourself as a dual qualified lawyer in either region will make you more marketable globally and open up opportunities within and outside UAE. Find out how dual qualification sets you apart in the ESG space, and read about opportunities in tech and fintech law specifically.
We offer online U.S. Bar Exam preparation courses and Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) preparation courses that fit all types of learners, from those who want to get qualified or dual-qualified as soon as possible to those who need more flexibility and time. Trust BARBRI, the world's largest legal exam preparation expert, to help you succeed with the U.S. Bar Exam or the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE).
Extended Bar Review for UAE Lawyers
Qualify as a lawyer in a US state while based in the UAE with BARBRI's flexible Extended Bar Review course over 6 or 10 months. Find out if you're eligible, especially for the NY and Californian bar exams, and contact us to take the first step toward your US legal qualification!
Enroll in Extended Bar Review
Secure your spot in our comprehensive, expert-led Bar Review program designed to help you master every aspect of the exam.
Contact Us
Have questions? Reach out to our support team for personalized help and any program information you need.
Are you Eligible to sit the US Bar Exam?
Learn everything you need to know about the eligibility criteria for sitting the US Bar exam as an international lawyer.
Get Free Guide
Download our free Bar Exam Digest for helpful resources and tips, including deadlines, fees, and eligibility requirements for the U.S Bar Exam.
SQE Prep for UAE Lawyers
Find out more about qualifying as a solicitor in England and Wales via the SQE, and whether you could be exempt from one or both SQE exams as a UAE-qualified lawyer.
Enrol in SQE Prep
Join our SQE Prep course to gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence you need to succeed in the SQE exams.
Get in Touch
We’re here to help, so contact our admissions or support team for guidance on courses, enrolment, or general enquiries.
How to Apply for SQE Exemption
Find out if you could be exempt from all or part of the SQE and get the checklist to applying for exemption.
Download Prospectus
Discover our full range of courses, programme structures, and student benefits by downloading our SQE Prep prospectus for international lawyers.
What Makes BARBRI Different?
50 Years of Experience
In the US, BARBRI is a household name. And we’re fast making our mark in the UK too, using the same legal expertise and industry-leading technology to help students prepare for the SQE exams.
Expert Faculty
Our tutors are qualified solicitors and barristers with decades of legal education experience, and we update our course material regularly to reflect the latest changes.
Maximum Flexibility
Our SQE1 prep courses are designed to be fully online and flexible. Your Personalised Study Plan (PSP) customises your learning journey so you can fit in the bit-sized modules around work and other commitments.
We Make It Easier!
We can’t make passing a U.S. bar exam easy. But we can make it easier. We’re here to guide you through your journey to becoming a U.S. qualified lawyer.
We’re 100% confident in our time-tested, proven bar prep process. More than 1.435 million lawyers, judges and legal professionals have passed a U.S. bar exam through BARBRI over the past 50+ years. Now, we’re here for you.
Now our job is to get you 100% confident in yourself. BARBRI keeps you anchored and confident that you’re always on the right path toward reaching your dream.
Exam Prep That Fits Around You
Our prep courses are designed to be fully online. Your Personalised Study Plan (PSP) will work out modules of different time lengths for you to complete, so you can earn while you learn.
Study With Confidence With a 1:1 Mentor
With BARBRI, you will receive individual guidance from a 1:1 mentor. Your qualified mentor is your “person” throughout your exam prep. They are your personal coach who happens to also be an expert on your course and on your exam.
Your mentor is your personal advocate, providing encouragement and personalized guidance through unlimited check-ins and coaching sessions. Mentors also conduct online workshops that allow you to connect with other students. You'll also receive guidance through the Foreign Evaluation of Credentials and exam application process as needed.
Industry Leading Pass Rates
We're pushing the boundary on legal education and the results are real. Our SQE1 pass rate of 79% significantly exceeds the industry average pass rate of 53% and our SQE2 pass rate of 85% exceeds the industry average pass rate of 64%. And our sponsored students perform even better. Here are the results:
- BARBRI pass rate
- SQE pass rate
SQE1 results from January 2025 exam; BARBRI results from students who completed 90%+ of the course. SQE2 results from October 2024 exam.
SQE
- 72%
- 56%
SQE2
- 83%
- 81%
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Course Reviews + Testimonials
Everything you need is in the BARBRI course, and you have more than enough to get you prepared. You just need to dedicate the time and remember to stay calm! It breaks a seemingly insurmountable task down into manageable pieces, so it’s doable. Additionally, knowing my weak areas made my study time a lot more efficient.
What Is It Like Studying the SQE With BARBRI?
Maddy came from a non-law-degree background and was working full time while preparing for the SQE1 and SQE2 exams. Here she explains how our prep courses helped her to pass the exam confidently.
Alumni in the US + Beyond
BARBRI alumni are working at companies and law firms around the world, including the ones below. Now we're here for you.
- Baker & McKenzie
- Bank of New York Mellon
- Bonn & Schmitt Avocats
- Citigroup
- Clifford Chance
- Dechert
- Deloitte
- Deutsche Bank
- Ernst & Young
- First Derivatives PLC
- Goldman Sachs
- KPMG
- PricewaterhouseCoopers
- Slaughter & May
- State Street Global Advisors
- White & Case
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