Pupillage

2 King’s Bench Walk is a highly respected set of chambers which specialises in criminal, civil and family law throughout London, the south of England and the Midlands. Vacancies are for pupillages specialising in criminal law and family law, although there may be an opportunity for pupils to gain experience in other areas of law. We regard our pupils as future tenants and in the last six years have offered tenancy to eleven candidates upon the successful completion of their pupillage.

Chambers has a reputation for excellence in all areas of criminal law and our members are frequently instructed to prosecute and defend in the most high-profile and serious cases throughout the country. Therefore, although based in London, pupils will undertake a significant amount of travel during pupillage.

In the first six months, pupils will spend time with their supervisors in court, as well as receiving training in written work and case preparation. In the second six months, pupils will appear in court on a daily basis as well as undertaking advisory work and drafting.

By offering exposure to the most serious criminal cases, coupled with the training and guidance provided by excellent pupil supervisors, pupillage with us is an ideal footing for those committed to pursuing a career at the criminal bar.

Known for our friendly and approachable manner, we look for the same in our pupils. The successful applicants will be well-rounded individuals with proven academic ability. They will also demonstrate a strong commitment to 2 King’s Bench Walk.

Pupillage at 2 King’s Bench Walk is an enormously rewarding experience and is designed to be the foundation for producing exceptional barristers.  Please see our Pupillage Structure page for more information.

Applications

Thank you for your interest in a pupillage at 2 King’s Bench Walk. Our 2026 applications are now closed.  The 2027 timetable is as follows:

Key dates for the 2027 campaign:

• 4th January 2027 at 11:00 – applications window opens
• 28th January 2027 at 23:59 – applications window closes
• By 8th March 2027 – invitations to first round interview
• DATE(S) TO BE FIXED  – in person first round interviews
• By 9th April 2027 – invitations to second round interview
• 24th April 2027 – in person second round interviews
• 7th May 2027 – initial offers made
• 14th May 2027 – deadline for acceptance of initial offers
• 14th May 2027 – second round offers made
• 4th October 2027 – pupillages commence

 

 

 

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