What is the dress code?

Dress smart & presentable with a consciousness that you could be meeting your future employer! We don't recommend wearing trainers but we do recommend you dressing comfortably.

Can I bring a friend?

Kind of - you can't just bring them along, as they will need to register. We in fact have a Refer a Friend Scheme. You should send your friend a link to register, and when they fill out the section 'Where did you hear about this event?' they should put your name. If you both attend the event, you'll both receive a £15 Amazon voucher some weeks after the event!

Is this a whole day event?

Nope! This is an afternoon/evening event, running from 2:30pm until 7:00pm.

Is the process highly competitive and selective?

Once you apply, one of our targetjobs Events Team will call you for a short interview. This is an informal interview to assess your understanding and suitability for the event. It's not overly competitive but it is selective! We select students to invite based on Chamber Student Criteria and enthusiasm. So if you get in, it's by merit!

NETWORKING EVENT

Black Excellence at the Bar 2026

In Partnership with

The Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn

Date and time

13 Apr 2026

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15:30-19:00

Location

Central London

Black Excellence at the Bar is back again in 2026 for incredible Black Heritage aspiring Barristers! It's targetjobs' annual and popular event! You can expect another year of insightful workshops, inspiring panel sessions, and invaluable networking opportunities.

If you're an aspiring Black Heritage Barrister, don't miss the opportunity to get more information and insight into the world of Chambers, through:

Inspiring keynote speeches
Invaluable networking
Insightful workshops with your top Chambers
Honest and palpable panel sessions

Chambers who are advocating for further diversity in the legal field, who want to meet YOU. Come be a part of something extraordinary!

In Partnership with

The Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn

We aim to help students realise their potential in the world of work through technology, content and tools. That’s not an easy thing. We believe in understanding students and partnering with employers, universities, schools and other technology providers. It’s about students finding the right role and employers finding the most suitable candidates. But its more than that –it’s about helping young people discover options, develop and build confidence. targetjobs is the leading graduate careers website in the UK. 

Who can apply?

In order to apply for Black Excellence at the Bar, you will need to:

Be of Black or mixed Black Heritage
Be an aspiring Barrister
Have 2:1 or above as your grade or predicted grade

Frequently asked questions

Black Excellence at the Bar 2026

13 April 2026

•

15:30 - 19:00

•

Central London