About
No consultancy (or other) service can guarantee you a pupillage. For most people, the application process is a long journey of self-reflection, patience, and perseverance.
To stand a chance, you will need to be able to demonstrate certain fundamental qualities, including: academic excellence, exceptional written/oral communication skills, an aptitude for thinking on your feet, interpersonal and organisational ability and resilience. Drawing on both my personal and professional experience, I can help you showcase your ability and give you an optimal chance of success.
If you're interested in working with me, I offer the follow packages:
Pupillage Application Consultation Package
This includes:
A thorough review of your pupillage application (either gateway or non-gateway) and CV;
Amendments and suggestions (which will be emailed to you); and
A 1 hour consultation to discuss the above - £114.99
Additional add-ons:
Subsequent amendments and suggestions (emailed)- £39.99
Subsequent amendments and suggestions (emailed) + additional 1 hour consultation - £59.99
Pupillage Interview Practice Package
Mock Interview Preparation:
We will discuss:
The strengths of your application and any gaps;
The specific set you are applying to;
The practicalities of the interview;
Typical questions and how to best prepare for them;
Communication techniques and non-verbal body language;
Any questions/concerns you have – 1 hour.
Mock interview:
This will be an opportunity for you to practice thinking on your feet and will be delivered as authentically as possible. It will also be tailored to the specific set you are applying to – 45 mins.
Constructive feedback:
We will discuss:
The content and delivery of your answers;
Your non-verbal presentation;
Any final questions/last minute concerns you have – 45 mins.
The package also includes email support up to date of the interview and one 15 minute phone call, at your convenience, to appease any last minute nerves - £179.99
NB: It's advisable that the Mock Interview Preparation Session takes place some time in advance of the Mock Interview to give you sufficient time to prepare as if it were the real thing.
Equal Access
Helping to improve access to the Bar is very important to me and I have therefore made my prices as affordable as possible. That being said, if your current financial circumstances mean that you would struggle to work with me, please do get in touch and we can discuss possible options.
Deadlines
Pupillage Gateway
Anticipated timeline:
October 2024 – You can begin to upload supporting information to your application;
November 2024 – You can begin to browse pupillage vacancies;
January 2025 – You can begin to submit applications;
February 2025- The window for applications closes;
February to May 2025 – Interviews take place;
May 2025 – Pupillage offers are made.
Non-gateway applications
Some Chambers operate outside of the Pupillage Gateway system. Please look at the website of the specific set you wish to apply to for more information.