Pupillage and Tenancy Explained: What Actually Happens in Your First Year in Chambers

Pupillage and Tenancy Explained: What Actually Happens in Your First Year in Chambers

Pupillage and Tenancy Explained: What Actually Happens in Your First Year in ChambersJohn Dove
Published on: 01/10/2026

A plain-English guide to pupillage and tenancy: the first and second six, how pupils are assessed and paid, how tenancy decisions are made, and what happens if you are not offered one

Surviving the Autumn Application Season: Pupillage Gateway Dates, Vacation Scheme Deadlines and What to Actually Do

Surviving the Autumn Application Season: Pupillage Gateway Dates, Vacation Scheme Deadlines and What to Actually Do

Surviving the Autumn Application Season: Pupillage Gateway Dates, Vacation Scheme Deadlines and What to Actually DoHayley Dove
Published on: 23/09/2026

A practical guide to the autumn legal application season, including the Pupillage Gateway 2027 dates, winter vacation scheme deadlines, and how to research, apply and prepare.

Commercial Awareness Questions: 5 Steps to Turn a News Story into a Strong Interview Answer

Commercial Awareness Questions: 5 Steps to Turn a News Story into a Strong Interview Answer

Commercial Awareness Questions: 5 Steps to Turn a News Story into a Strong Interview AnswerHayley Dove
Published on: 11/09/2026

Learn how to answer commercial awareness questions with a five-step framework: explain the news, assess its business impact, identify affected clients, connect it to legal work and suggest a practical next step.

We Rise Together: The Importance of Community in a Legal Career

We Rise Together: The Importance of Community in a Legal Career

We Rise Together: The Importance of Community in a Legal CareerRebecca Hoddy
Published on: 10/09/2026

In this blog, Speed Mooting ambassador and aspiring barrister, Becca Hoddy, discusses the importance of community on one's journey into the law.

Why Public Speaking Matters for Every Lawyer (Barrister or Solicitor)

Why Public Speaking Matters for Every Lawyer (Barrister or Solicitor)

Why Public Speaking Matters for Every Lawyer (Barrister or Solicitor)John Dove
Published on: 14/08/2026

Public speaking matters for every lawyer, barrister or solicitor. Build the confidence, clarity and structure behind strong advocacy.

Solicitor vs Barrister: Which Path Is Right for You?

Solicitor vs Barrister: Which Path Is Right for You?

Solicitor vs Barrister: Which Path Is Right for You?Hayley Dove
Published on: 06/08/2026

Solicitor or barrister — which path is right for you? A breakdown of the daily roles, training routes, work environments, and how to choose.