We offer mini-pupillages in order to give those thinking about becoming a Barrister a better understanding of what life at the Bar is like. It also gives you an opportunity to meet us and allows us to get to know you.
We offer mini-pupillages to those who have reached the third year of a law degree or are on the GDL or Bar course.
Mini-pupils spend three days in Chambers, they: go to court, read papers, meet Barristers and Pupils and have the opportunity to explore with Members of Chambers what they can expect if they come to the Bar. Oral or written exercises will be undertaken. A mini-pupil supervisor will be assigned to you who will be your point of contact.
Applications
We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunities.
Applications are made by way of a Mini Pupil Application Form (Please request from nroczniak@lincolnhousechambers.com). However, if you are unable to use the form you should email us within the application window explaining what assistance you require to make an application.
You must be over 18 at the time you apply.
Due to the large number of applicants, we regret that applications will not be acknowledged, only successful applicants will be notified and feedback will not be provided to unsuccessful candidates.
Applications received outside the application window will not be considered.
Please send all completed forms to our email address.
Expenses
No one should be prevented from undertaking a mini-pupillage because they cannot afford to. Chambers will make a financial contribution to assist on a case-by-case basis. You are encouraged to discuss any hardship concerns with Chambers as part of the application process; a short covering letter will, in most cases, be sufficient to allow a decision to be made
All expenses must be agreed in advance and receipts must be provided.
Time Table
April 2025
Application window: 17th March 2025 to 21st March 2025
Period of mini-pupillage: 7th April 2025 to 18th April 2024
September 2025
Application window: 18th August 2025 to 22nd August 2025
Period of mini-pupillage: 15th September 2025 to 26th September 2025
PLEASE NOTE: Our mini-pupillages run for the allocated weeks and from a Tuesday to Thursday with some exceptional circumstances.
Selection Criteria
Our criteria for selecting mini-pupils is the same as for selecting pupils; we expect you to be able to demonstrate academic and non-academic achievement, motivation and initiative.
All application forms will be marked according to a set criteria, ensuring that successful candidates comply with pre-determined competencies.
Application forms will be marked based on:
Intellectual ability; which may be demonstrated by your academic record or through other achievements or employment and which show a high level of intellectual ability. We expect you to demonstrate an interest in the law and in the life of a Barrister. In addition, tier-one applicants will show us how they possess and build knowledge, work with others and work on their own.
If you require any further information please email; we aim to respond within 14 days.