5SAH are excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for our Criminal and Family Pupillages on the Bar Council's Pupillage Gateway.

Criminal Pupillage - 2027 

We are offering two criminal pupillages commencing in October 2027, which will be via the Pupillage Gateway. 

Family Pupillage - 2026 & 2027 

We are also offering one family pupillage commencing in October 2026 and one family pupillage in October 2027. These will also be via the Pupillage Gateway. 

  • Our Family Pupils have access to a wide variety of Family & International Family work within the training programme. The pupillage will be focused upon family law with family law supervisors. There will be opportunities to shadow advocacy with members from other practice areas, with advocacy exercises across family and other core areas. 

Watch >> our Pupillage Webinar here.

Our Ethos

5SAH ethos is one of inclusivity. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from barristers from all backgrounds. We run a fair selection process that aims to recruit bright candidates who also demonstrate flair and personality. We recruit on merit and ability. All applicants receive the same equal treatment, regardless of race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and background. 

We encourage and welcome applications from women, Black, Asian, minority ethnic individuals, barristers with neurodivergent conditions, disabled people, and those who are LGBTQ+, as well as applicants from other underrepresented groups or backgrounds.

Please get in touch with us if you need reasonable adjustments in relation to disability, neurodiversity, or other needs or personal matters that may not be visible.