https://www.lawsociety.org.uk/career-advice/becoming-a-solicitor
Skills
You need to be determined and motivated to succeed as a solicitor.
A legal career demands:
intellectual ability – the law is complex
flexibility – no two days are the same
commitment – training requires significant effort and resource
strong oral and written communication skills
A strong academic background is important, but employers also look for personal skills and attributes, for example:
dedication
a capacity for hard work
personal integrity and an ethical approach
commercial awareness
being able to communicate with people at all levels and win their respect