Survey Results - Trainee feedback on Essex Court

The lowdown - Pupils (in their own words) on Essex Court

We sent The Legal 500 Future Lawyers Pupil and Junior Barrister survey to pupils and juniors up to two years in tenancy at Essex Court. Here is what they had to say:

Why did you choose these chambers over any others?

‘Quality of work’, ‘the quality of international work and heavy-weight litigation in the Commercial Court’

How does your training compare with what you hear from pupils/juniors at other chambers?

‘Very well – the rota system works well in making sure pupils have a good idea of who will be setting pupils’ work and how much/when it is likely to appear’

Best thing about chambers?

‘Intellectual talent of members who are also genuinely nice people’, ‘quality of work’

Worst thing about chambers?

‘Lincoln’s Inn Fields is very pretty but the food is better in the Temple!’

Best moment to date?

‘Tenancy decision day’

Worst moment to date?

‘Mis-spelling a party’s name (multiple times) in a draft pleading during pupillage’

CSR/Pro bono

‘Certainly available for those who wish to pursue them’