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Date:
27 September 2025 10:30am - 5:30pm

For student Members of the Inn commencing the Bar Course outside of London.

An introduction to life at the Inn and information on Qualifying Sessions followed by an introduction to advocacy and mooting at Gray’s Inn. By its nature, a workshop provides a chance to work and learn in a supportive environment.
It is made up of two parts:

1. An exploration of the problem. Discovering what the case for each side is, how best to argue it and what authorities can be used to support your case;

2. Oral submissions – Everyone gets the chance to submit their argument and receive tailored feedback and advice from our friendly and supportive moot coaches.

Event details

Location: Bencher’s Entrance, Hall

Date and registration time: Saturday 27 September, 10.30am

Who can attend: This session is open to student Members of the Inn commencing the Bar Course only.

Dress code: Smart casual

Cost: Free

Booking

Book online via the Gray’s Inn Online System (GIOS).

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Qualifying Sessions 

Qualifying Session (QS):  2 QS

Theme: Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development, Wellbeing and Advocacy Skills

Learning aims:

  1. Develop a broad understanding of the life of the Inn and what membership means for you.
  2. Apply the relevant policies in relation to student QS and how it impacts members
  3. Use and explain the Inns’ services and how they can be accessed.
  4. Enhance understanding of how the skills and knowledge gained with the Inn will complement learning you on the Bar Course.
  5. To support students in improving their advocacy, research skills and application of legal principles.
  6. To provide the tools and skills required to take part in future mooting opportunities and build confidence in oral advocacy.

This QS relates to the following elements of the Professional Statement for Barristers: 1.10, 1.11, 2.5, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7

Preparation required: No

Please see Qualifying Sessions for further information.

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