I am a practising barrister abroad, can I be called to the Bar in England?
If you have been practising as a lawyer in your own country for 3 years or more then you need to contact Lucy Mersh on LMersh@BarStandardsBoard.org.uk or tel: +44 (0) 20 7611 1444 at the Bar Standards Board to find out whether you are eligible to be called to the Bar in England. Please see www.barstandardsboard.org.uk for more information. Becoming a Barrister • What chance do I have of becoming a barrister? It is a small and competitive profession. It is best to be realistic but if you are determined to succeed, then you can. In order to see what life at the Bar is really like, you need to undertake mini-pupillages, court visits and as much other legal experience (including working in a solicitor’s firm or Citizens Advice Bureau etc) as you can. Also, experience of mooting and debating or other public speaking is useful, as is success in e.g. acting, journalism, writing, politics and so on. Please look at the Bar Standards Board website for more information. Pupillage • How long is my
