Mini-pupillage

If you are thinking of a career at the Family Bar, a mini-pupillage at QEB is a great way to start. It provides you with an introduction to one of the country’s very top family law sets.

The Application Process

Applications for a mini-pupillage at QEB should be made using the form below.

We operate an Equality and Diversity Policy.

Minimum requirements

You must have commenced or concluded further education.

You must be 18 years of age or older.

Application windows

We consider applications for mini-pupillage on 3 occasions each year:

  • Applications received between 1st March and 30th June each year will be considered for mini-pupillage in the following October, November, and December.
  • Applications received between 1st July and 30th October each year will be considered for mini-pupillage in the following January, February, and March.
  • Applications received between 1st November and 28 February each year will be considered for mini-pupillage in the following April, May, and June.

You will be informed of the outcome of your application within 4 weeks of the closing date for each window.

Mini-pupillage

Mini-pupils generally spend three days in chambers. The aim is for you to experience the range of work covered by chambers, and mini-pupils can expect to accompany barristers to court and sit in on their cases and conferences.

Please click here for further information on mini-pupillage at QEB.

Contact

If you have any questions regarding the completion or content of the mini-pupillage application form, or about mini-pupillage in general, please email the mini pupillage mailbox. The mini-pupillage secretary will endeavour to respond to your query as soon as possible.

Mini-pupillage application form

To apply for mini-pupillage, please complete the form below. Please note, *indicates a mandatory field. Applicants are responsible for keeping to the word limits. Remember to client ‘Submit’ once you have finished. If you would like to download the form, please click here.

    PERSONAL DETAILS

    ACADEMIC DETAILS

    University/Further Education

    Current

    University/Further Education

    Past

    University/Further Education

    Future

    Higher Education

    Mitigating Circumstances (if any)

    MINI-PUPILLAGE

    LEGAL EXPERIENCE

    NON-LEGAL EXPERIENCE

    Thank you for applying for a mini-pupillage at QEB.
    We aim to let all applicants know the result of their application around 2-4 weeks after each
    application deadline and, for those applicants who are successful, the provisional dates for
    their mini-pupillages. Due to the number of applicants, we are not able to offer individual
    feedback on applications.

    By submitting this application form you consent to us storing and using your details for the purposes of your application.

    Mini Pupillage Application Form