Work experience

Boost your work experience before applying for pupillage

A good portfolio of work experience at barristers' chambers, known as mini-pupillage, is essential before you think about applying for pupillage.

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Broaden your legal work experience to kickstart your graduate career at the Bar

Graduate recruiters at barristers' chambers expect to see work experience that relates to the Bar. Impress them by having other legal work experience too.

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Mini-pupillage FAQs

Two mini-pupillage recruiters give the lowdown on what they look for in applications and interviews for work experience for barristers.

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Barristers' mini-pupillage applications and interviews experiences

Successful barristers share their experiences of applying for legal work experience in chambers and being interviewed for mini-pupillage places.

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Five top tips for making the most of your mini-pupillage

Barristers give advice on how to behave during your time in chambers and get the most from your legal work experience.

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Barristers tell all: what to expect from mini-pupillage

Barristers recall their personal experiences of mini-pupillage and court visits.

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A day in the life of a mini-pupil

A former mini-pupil describes what it's like doing assessed legal work experience in chambers and spending time with barristers.

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