Law - barristers
From graduate to barrister: how to get in
Everything you need to know about qualifying as a barrister, finding pupillage vacancies and working life at the Bar. Whether you want to know about pupillage awards, Pupillage Portal applications or how to become a barrister if you are not a law graduate, you can find answers to key questions here.
Becoming a barrister: what to do and when to do it
A term-by-term guide to help you meet deadlines for conversion course, Bar professional training course and pupillage applications.
Bar careers: what to do when
What to expect from your pupillage interview
Find out how pupillage interviews are structured and how recruiters at chambers will assess your career prospects as a barrister.
Pupillage interview tips
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