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<p>First and foremost, Derek Marshall is a first-class Barrister and my impression is that he is most definitely a cut above the rest. Having Derek on your side, you instantly feel you have an advantage over the other side. It is obvious Derek is well learned, but he is also very approachable and will always listen to what you have to say and give you an objective, constructive and clear answer. If I ever need to use a Barrister in the future, I would most definitely want to have Derek on my side.</p>

Staff Recruitment – Current Opportunities


College Chambers is recruiting for a First Junior Clerk

The successful candidate will be joining a hard-working and busy clerking and administration team based in Southampton. The position of First Junior is a senior role in the Clerks Room and the individual will have sole responsibility for deputising for the Senior Clerk in their absence.

Accordingly, this role requires clerking / administration / people management experience and the ability to provide clients and barristers with the highest standard of service without supervision.

Link to full details and job description can be found here.


Tenancy

The recruitment of able and committed barristers is fundamental to the continued success of College Chambers. We welcome applications from those with experience at the Bar.

The qualities we look for from a candidate are:

  • Academic achievement

  • Integrity

  • Empathy and the ability to communicate with clients

  • An aptitude for advocacy

We welcome applications from established practitioners. Please apply to the Head of Chambers, Anthony Hand, at College Chambers, 19 Carlton Crescent, Southampton, SO15 2ET. All applications are treated in the strictest confidence and in accordance with the Equality and Diversity Code for the Bar.


Pupillage

Chambers takes a long-term view towards pupillage so as to guarantee our quality of service and enhance our reputation through the careful selection of future tenants. Our recruitment process reflects the high standards necessary to become a member of Chambers.

Our pupils can expect a comprehensive range of work, excellent and intensive training, and a good level of funding. Each pupil is given a dedicated pupil supervisor who will provide the correct balance between tutoring and assessment.

During the second six months of pupillage, our pupils will have the opportunity to take on work in their own right, supported by the breadth and depth of knowledge from College Chambers and providing a solid foundation for the development of practice beyond pupillage and into tenancy.

All pupillages are advertised on the Pupillage Gateway.

The Pupillage Policy can be found here.

A copy of The Pupillage Application Form can be found here.

Our Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form can be found here.


Mini Pupillage

Chambers welcomes applications for mini-pupillage from those aged 18 or over and have finished the first year of their undergraduate degree (not necessarily in Law). Applications are accepted by email (CV and covering letter) and will be considered once a month.

Please click here to view our Mini-Pupillage Policy for more information about how to apply. Our Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form can be found here. We especially welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

Chambers had previously suspended mini-pupillages in light of the Covid-19 pandemic. As of 22 March 2021 this suspension has been lifted and Chambers will be considering applications again. Please note that applications will be considered in the order received. It is likely that those invited to undertake a mini-pupillage in the coming months will be undertaking their mini-pupillage remotely.

Lincoln’s Inn offer a Mini Pupillage Grant Scheme where financial assistance is provided to students who have secured a mini pupillage but need additional funds to complete it. The fund is intended to help with costs associated with travel, accommodation and professional clothing. Further details of the scheme and how to apply can be found here.

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