Mini Pupillage Scheme

The Chambers of F Khan is currently accepting applications from law students who are seeking a mini-pupillage.

What is a mini pupillage?

A mini-pupillage is a period spent with a senior barrister, either in court, reading case papers, taking statements or preparing a case. The experience is designed to ensure that the student (mini-pupil) gets a first-hand experience as to exactly what it is like living the life of a working barrister so an informed judgement can be made on the issue of whether a career at The Bar is suited to them.

The mini-pupillage also allows for questions to be asked so that the barrister can bring his experience to bear for the benefit of the student.

It is important to note that many chambers expect an applicant for pupillage to have undertaken at least 3 mini-pupillages so that they know that the candidate is committed to the career, informed as to what to expect and are coming to chambers with their eyes wide open.

How we can offer mini pupillages.

I have over the last 30 years given mini-pupillages to well over 100 students. This has allowed career decisions to be made. Some of these mini pupils have gone on to become barristers, judges, treasury counsel, senior partners & solicitors.

What your experience means students can learn from you,

As I have had many mini-pupils I am able to address the concerns, queries, questions & issues that are raised by candidates. It is very rarely that an issue is raised that I have not already been asked before. This experience means that at the end of the mini pupillage the knowledge level of the candidate should be substantially higher than prior to arrival.

How to apply

CV and covering letter – by email FK@thechambersoffkhan.co.uk

Eligibility.

You must be doing your law degree. I do not give mini pupillages to candidates who have not started doing a law degree or equivalent.

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During the course of the trial, a “no case to answer” argument was presented by the defence. It was at this stage that Mr. Khan’s case prep was put to the test and was plain to be seen and recognised as to the amount of time Mr. Khan had spent in preparing for this case. Furthermore, the additional evidence requirements identified by Mr. Khan during the early stages of the proceedings were key to securing a conviction in a difficult and complex case”. Mrs R.I – Manchester
“A first class service with excellent professionalism. Throughout the six months of overseeing my case, I was informed in detail of every action and possible outcomes. This helped greatly in reducing any anxieties I had regarding my pending case. I was grateful for the reassuring support and confidence of Forz who ultimately delivered on the favourable outcome which he had advised would be the most likely outcome. I will use Forz again in all my future Counsel requirements and I would absolutely recommend his chambers as the first point of call for anyone else”. Mr K. – Chartered Accountant & Businessman, London
This letter is a formal recommendation for Forz Khan for winning our criminal court case. Forz worked on our case for over six months and during that time he was an exemplary lawyer.From my experience as a client, I found him full of confidence, articulate and outstanding in and out of the courtroom. On the trial day, Forz Khan was extremely thorough in his due diligence and he outshined the prosecution. I have nothing but praise and recommendation for him. Words cannot give my appreciation justice. Forz Khan was superbly efficient, well versed and professional. His foresight on all matters on my case was truly remarkable. I owe the success and victory of my case to the dedication, professionalism, and perseverance, which Forz Khan showed in handling my case. I would like to express my personal thanks for the way Forz Khan kept in touch with all the developments in my case and provided support and advice which led to a brilliant conclusion. I would choose Forz Khan again if need so in the future and I will always recommend Forz Khan to others for handling any sort of case. Mr S. M Criminal Law Client