Devon Chambers is pleased to invite applications for one 12-month common law pupillage commencing in October 2026. Based in Plymouth, we are a friendly and welcoming set with a longstanding reputation for excellence in criminal, family and civil law. We are committed to recruiting talented future barristers and providing them with the high-quality training, support and opportunities needed to build a successful career at the Bar.
Our pupillage comprises six months of non-practising pupillage followed by six months of practising pupillage. Each pupil is assigned a dedicated pupil supervisor and will receive ongoing support from our Pupillage Officer throughout the year. In addition, every pupil is paired with a recently qualified junior tenant who acts as an informal “buddy”, offering practical guidance and support as pupils begin their career at the Bar.
Our recruitment process is designed to identify candidates with the potential to become outstanding tenants at the conclusion of their pupillage.
Our Head of Chambers, Jason Beal, delivers training for pupil supervisors across the Western Circuit. As a result, pupils at Devon Chambers can be confident that their training is structured in accordance with recognised best practice.
The pupillage award is £26,000, made up of £12,000 during the first six months and guaranteed earnings of £14,000 during the practising second six. Pupils can reasonably expect to earn more than the guaranteed minimum during their practising six.
As part of your application, you will be asked to answer three written questions. Please ensure that you read each question carefully and comply with the stated word limits.
We appreciate the time and effort that goes into every application and look forward to learning more about you.
Please complete it by 4pm on Sunday 26 July 2026 and send it to pupillage@devonchambers.co.uk
Interviews are expected to take place on Saturday 8 August 2026 at Devon Chambers in Plymouth.
Devon Chambers is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. We aim to select candidates for pupillage solely on merit irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
