A great strength of 7 King’s Bench Walk is that every member of Chambers practises in the field of commercial law. This provides a unique concentration of expertise, as well as a coherent and supportive working environment.
We are looking for talented and ambitious candidates with the potential to succeed at the Commercial Bar. We do not set quotas for new tenants each year and there is no competition among pupils for a predetermined number of tenancies.
7KBW is a member of the Pupillage Gateway application scheme. Applications should be made through the online Pupillage Gateway system by way of completion of an online application form. The window for applications for pupillages commencing in September 2027 is now closed.
All applicants for pupillage are assessed on the basis of the criteria set out on our website. We place particular emphasis on intellectual ability (which will generally be reflected in first-class academic achievement), analytical ability, and advocacy.
7KBW recognises the vital importance of improving diversity at the Bar and ensuring it is accessible to, and inclusive of, the society it serves. We are committed to the fair recruitment of the best candidates from the widest possible pool of talent.
“Pupillage is sometimes described as a yearlong interview, but this was not my experience: assessment is of course a central part of it, but it is equally about preparation for practice as a barrister.” A recent pupil shares their experiences.
Details available on Gateway
Applicants are able to view 7KBW’s advertisement on the Bar Council’s Pupillage Gateway.
The Pupillage Gateway opens for applications
For applications for pupillage with 7KBW beginning in September 2027, applications should be made through the online Pupillage Gateway system using the online application form.
The Pupillage Gateway closes
Referees
Deadline for applicants to provide two references to Chambers.
Shortlisting
All applicants are contacted informing them whether they have been shortlisted for interview.
First-round interviews
The first-round interview involves a 10-minute legal problem with 30 minutes of preparation. Further information can be found in 7KBW’s Pupillage Policy.
Invitations to second-round interview sent
Second-round interviews
The second-round interview involves an advocacy exercise and a broader discussion of a candidate’s application and achievements. The advocacy exercise will be sent to candidates approximately one week prior to the interview, and candidates will be required to submit a skeleton argument in advance of the interview.
Further information can be found in 7KBW’s Pupillage Policy.
Offers are made by Chambers
We offer up to three pupillages each year.
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