Civitas Chambers offers a high-quality pupillage designed to develop talented individuals into confident, capable junior barristers. Pupils receive exceptional training, real responsibility and the support needed to build a strong, sustainable practice.
From 24 November 2025, our pupillage advertisement for a September 2027 start will be available on the Pupillage Gateway.
The application window will run from 5 January 2026 until 11.59pm on 22 January 2026.
After the deadline, the Pupillage Committee will begin shortlisting candidates for first-round interviews, and all applicants will be notified via the Gateway.
Pupillage at Civitas Chambers offers an exceptional foundation for building a strong and successful practice in civil and public law. We invest fully in those we recruit, offering pupillage only to candidates we regard as prospective tenants. From the outset, pupils are welcomed as future colleagues and supported to develop the skills, experience and confidence needed for a thriving career at the Bar.
During your 12 months with us, you will work closely with experienced practitioners across our core areas of expertise. Pupils are usually supervised by two pupil supervisors over the course of the year, ensuring continuity of support and structured progression. In addition to working closely with their supervisors, pupils have opportunities to shadow other members of Chambers to gain exposure to a broad range of work across our civil and public law practice areas. You will observe hearings, mediations and conferences, assist with drafting and research, and gradually progress to taking on your own work during your second six. Our supportive and collegiate culture ensures that pupils are able to learn, ask questions and grow as advocates in a constructive environment.
Pupils receive a total guaranteed income of £32,000 over the course of their 12-month pupillage:
In addition, Chambers reimburses pupils for reasonable travel expenses incurred for pupillage activities, along with the cost of required training courses.
(Travel incurred for a pupil’s own practice during the second six is not reimbursed, in accordance with professional guidance.)
Civitas Chambers complies fully with all Bar Standards Board requirements for pupillage. We are committed to fairness, transparency and the promotion of equality, diversity and social mobility at every stage of our recruitment process. We aim to develop the future of the Bar by offering opportunities to talented individuals from all backgrounds.
Our Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy can be found here
Applications for pupillage must be submitted through the Pupillage Gateway.
Civitas Chambers seeks to recruit exceptional candidates who can demonstrate high-level competence in the following areas:
We also look for a genuine intention to develop a long-term practice at Civitas Chambers.
Your application should provide clear, well-structured answers supported by relevant academic, professional or personal examples, showing both your potential as an advocate and your understanding of the demands of civil and public law practice.
Click here for a copy of our Pupillage Policy and our Pupillage Selection Criteria
Once the application window closes, the Pupillage Committee will review and shortlist candidates for interview:
We are committed to a fair, consistent and inclusive recruitment process. Candidates requiring reasonable adjustments are encouraged to notify us in advance so appropriate arrangements can be made.
Further information is available via the Pupillage Gateway.
For further information please contact our clerks, who will be able to help you with any questions.
