- Make each application as individual, and as specific to that chambers, as possible. Show that you have done your research, and say why you are applying to them
- Say what they gained or learned from them. It is important to that show you are aware of what it is like practising law – not just studying it as an academic subject
- Show that you have the skills that will be required at the Bar - – and give evidence of situations where you have used them
10 London Road
Middlemarch
Loamshire
MM2 6AZ
lg112@hotmilk.com
1st April 2010
Middlemarch
Loamshire
MM2 6AZ
lg112@hotmilk.com
1st April 2010
Mr Barnaby Roche
Milton Chambers
Temple
London EC4Y 7AA
Dear Mr Roche
I am a final-year law student at the University of Benin and am writing to apply for a twelve-month pupillage commencing in your Chamber.
Through my studies, mini-pupillages and experience at the award-winning Uniben Law, I have developed two key interests within the law: family and employment law. As a significant number of members of JAMES O. UGBOGU & ASSOCIATES(ugbogu chambers) specialise in these areas, I believe that a pupillage with you would offer excellent opportunities to further develop my knowledge and experience.
I have successfully presented a case at the Employment Tribunal, winning compensation for a client who had been unfairly dismissed. Through working on this case I gained an understanding of the importance of meticulous preparation, thorough research and of how best to communicate with my client to gather information and to keep them informed of the progress of their case.
Through my mini-pupillages and marshalling, I learnt the importance of maintaining a sympathetic yet professional attitude in the difficult and emotional area of family law and of ensuring that clients have a clear understanding of the legal issues involved.
I believe that I have the ability to succeed at the Bar. I am confident speaking in public but can also relate well to people on an individual basis, whether advising, negotiating or explaining. I am able to handle a number of different tasks simultaneously, as was demonstrated last year when I organised the highly successful Temple Society Law Dinner while completing the final preparations for my appearance at the Employment Tribunal and winning a prize in the annual moot.
Above all, I am committed to a career at the Bar and have made every effort to develop the skills and experience that will enable me to achieve my goal. I hope that you will be able to offer me the opportunity of a pupillage at Milton Chambers and look forward to hearing from you.
I am a final-year law student at the University of Benin and am writing to apply for a twelve-month pupillage commencing in your Chamber.
Through my studies, mini-pupillages and experience at the award-winning Uniben Law, I have developed two key interests within the law: family and employment law. As a significant number of members of JAMES O. UGBOGU & ASSOCIATES(ugbogu chambers) specialise in these areas, I believe that a pupillage with you would offer excellent opportunities to further develop my knowledge and experience.
I have successfully presented a case at the Employment Tribunal, winning compensation for a client who had been unfairly dismissed. Through working on this case I gained an understanding of the importance of meticulous preparation, thorough research and of how best to communicate with my client to gather information and to keep them informed of the progress of their case.
Through my mini-pupillages and marshalling, I learnt the importance of maintaining a sympathetic yet professional attitude in the difficult and emotional area of family law and of ensuring that clients have a clear understanding of the legal issues involved.
I believe that I have the ability to succeed at the Bar. I am confident speaking in public but can also relate well to people on an individual basis, whether advising, negotiating or explaining. I am able to handle a number of different tasks simultaneously, as was demonstrated last year when I organised the highly successful Temple Society Law Dinner while completing the final preparations for my appearance at the Employment Tribunal and winning a prize in the annual moot.
Above all, I am committed to a career at the Bar and have made every effort to develop the skills and experience that will enable me to achieve my goal. I hope that you will be able to offer me the opportunity of a pupillage at Milton Chambers and look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely
Lee Galligle
Lee Galligle
