Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate a strong intellectual capability which typically, although not invariably, means that they have or expect a first-class degree.  With this in mind you’ll ideally be on track for at least a 2:1 degree, in any discipline.  Other key attributes would include strong interpersonal skills, the ability to collaborate and social and emotional intelligence to enhance strong communications skills.  You should also be interested in applying for pupillage here and should intend to practise at the English Bar.

You must apply using our online application form below and it is important that you evidence your answers to demonstrate your suitability for a mini-pupillage. There is no interview, but a reference may assist and these should be sent to ensure that they arrive before the relevant deadline.

In considering applications for mini-pupillage we apply our selection criteria and Rare’s Contextual Recruitment software also informs the process.

We receive a very large number of applications for a limited number of places, and it can take up to six weeks after the closing date to make a decision. We will contact you as soon as we can after the closing date to let you know whether we are able to offer you a place. We are unable to offer feedback to unsuccessful applicants for mini-pupillage.

During your mini-pupillage, you might (subject to revision during to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic):

• Accompany members of chambers to court or arbitration.
• Attend a conference with clients.
• Look at a set of papers.
• Talk to a silk, junior members, a member of the Practice Management team and current pupils about life as a pupil and the early days of tenancy.
• Demonstrate your ability by doing a piece of written work.

We make a contribution of £75 towards travel expenses for mini-pupillage on the production of expenses receipts.