Pupillage Pathways with Red Lion Chambers

What are the three qualities you’ll need to succeed in your path to pupillage?  In this episode, Sailesh Mehta, a Barrister at Red Lion Chambers, shared his top three attributes for pupillage candidates. He also touched on the importance of resilience, honesty, and self-belief.  He also spoke about the value of being well-read and informed.  Listen in for some invaluable advice from a leading criminal barrister.

Do you want to know how to reduce anxiety during your path to pupilage?  Nicholas Hall is a Barrister at Red Lion Chambers, and he joined me to share his advice for pupilage candidates, including the importance of staying calm and relaxing before you interviews.  We also touched on the importance of enthusiasm throughout the conversation, as it’s a key attribute that most interviewers would look for.  Tune in now for some great insights from another leading barrister.

Researching the chambers you’re applying to will help you get ahead in your search for a pupillage position.  In this episode of the Pupillage Pathways miniseries, Rob Hanna was joined by Alistair Fell, a Barrister at Red Lion Chambers, to talk about the best ways for pupillage candidates to prepare for their applications and interviews.  Alistair also shared his own experience of gaining a pupillage position, sharing his advice for new lawyers who want to follow in his footsteps.  Tune

Being yourself is one of the most important aspects of a pupillage interview.  In this episode, Alex Benn, a Barrister at Red Lion Chambers, joined your host, Rob Hanna, to talk about pupillage interviews. He shared his insights on the role of a panel’s preferences when it comes to choosing pupillage candidates.  Alex suggested that creating personal connections based on authentic communication is the key to attaining your goals in the path to pupillage.  Tune in now to learn more

Want to know the best qualities to cultivate during your path to pupillage?  Then listen in to this episode with Rebecca Chalkley, a Barrister at Red Lion Chambers. She explains the importance of self-belief, resilience, and authenticity throughout interviews and applications.  We also touched on career growth and personal development in this engaging episode.  Don’t miss out on Rebecca’s insights! Tune in now.

If you’re looking for advice on pupillage interviews, this is the episode for you.  I spoke with Genevieve Reed, a Barrister at Red Lion Chambers, about her top tips for applicants, which included having three key takeaways for the hiring panel and practising mock interviews in advance.  We also discussed the importance of focus and preparation. To find out more, tune into our conversation here.

Meet Gillian Jones KC, the Co-Head of Red Lion Chambers.  She joined me to discuss the significance of being authentic throughout the path to pupillage.  We also touched on how to succeed in pupillage applications and interviews, including doing deep dive research, and using rejections as opportunities for reflection and growth.  Listen along for some great tips!

Welcome to the “Pupillage Pathways” – A Mini Podcast Series with Red Lion Chambers, brought to you by the Legally Speaking Podcast! Hosted by Rob Hanna, this episode features Jane Oldfield, a Criminal & Regulatory Barrister at Red Lion Chambers.  The pair discussed the best interview preparation techniques for prospective pupils, how to handle rejections, and the three qualities that students need to succeed in chambers.  Tune in to find out how you can make your application stand out.