NOTE: Industrial action has been announced including a train strike on 30 September along with an overtime ban on 29 September, which will affect services on both 29 and 30 September. Please check before you travel.
If you plan to travel to this event via alternative means be aware that roads will be busier and journeys will take longer than usual.
Priority booking for student members starting the Bar Course at a university outside of London (OOL) is available until noon on Monday 18 September. After this time, booking will be opened up to student members starting the Bar Course in London.
Hall Members and Benchers can book without restriction.
This event is hosted by the Middle Temple Students' Assocation (MTSA)
Middle Temple’s Welcome to our new Student members
The evening will begin with talks from members of the Bar who will share their experiences at the Bar and how the Inn can help it's members. The Students' Assocation will tell you about the upcoming elections for the MTSA committee and explain some of the customs and traditions of the Inn.
This is followed by a reception in the Parliament Chamber and Queen's Room and then a formal dinner in the Hall.
Masters of the Bench, Hall and Student members will all be seated together, in the 'All Inn' format, instead of the Benchers being separate on the high table.
Students need to attend the whole event including the talk before dinner in order to claim a Qualifying Session.
Members only, no guests
New student members of the Inn can attend only one of the Welcome Dinners
Called members of the Inn are encouraged to attend to welcome our new members
If you (or your guests) have any dietary requirements please ensure that you provide this information when you book tickets. If you did not do so, please inform the Inn no later than 12:00 two working days before the event.
If you (or your guests) are unsure about anything on the evening please speak to the events staff on duty.
Non-alcoholic alternatives will be provided on request.
Further details of the QS Requirements and how to be credited with the QS for this session
After this session, students should be able to;
This session will not only introduce students to the life of the Inn, but it will also give practical advice on how to prepare for a career at the bar and the relationship of Middle Temple with its students and the wider legal community.
View the BSB's Professional Statement
If you have any feedback on a QS you have attended or have any suggestions for future sessions, please contact the education department on education@middletemple.org.uk
Members of the Inn can buy tickets online by clicking ‘Add to Cart’. Please note that you must log in to book (if you have not yet created a log-in please register first). Alternatively you can buy tickets from the Treasury Office by calling 020 7427 4800.
Unless the event sells out earlier, booking will close at 09:00 two working days before the event.
Cancellations:
Where we have a waiting list we will offer your ticket to someone else, so please do cancel your ticket if you are no longer able to attend by emailing enquiries@middletemple.org.uk
If you have questions about accessibility at the Inn or if you would like to request support, please email Laura Hacon.
The Inn is committed to improving access to all its services and encourages members to get in touch with suggestions and feedback on how we can improve. If you feel your experience using the website or attending one of our events could be improved, please email Laura. Your suggestions will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Middle Temple endeavours to make the Inn as inclusive as possible for all of its members, guests and staff.
If you have questions regarding religious practice at the Inn or at Inn events, or if you would like to request support, please email the Diversity & Inclusion Coordinator Laura Hacon. The Inn endeavours to make reasonable adjustments where possible.
The Inn is committed to improving access to all its services and encourages members to get in touch with suggestions and feedback on how we can improve. If you feel your experience using the website or attending one of our events could be improved, please email Laura. Your suggestions will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Please be aware that photography, audio and video recording may take place at our events. These may be used for promotional purposes by the Inn, including in printed publications, on our website, and on our social media accounts. If you do not wish to have your photograph taken or to have images of you used, please alert the Membership Team at the start of the event. We are unable to guarantee that you will not be included in the background of photographs that are being taken. Contact: 020 7427 6385, members@middletemple.org.uk
All personal data that the Inn stores and processes is held in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and the Inn’s Data Protection Policy. You can ask the Inn to stop using your images at any time, or request to see the personal data that the Inn holds on you. For more information please visit the Data Protection page http://www.middletemple.org.uk/about-us/data-protection