As someone aiming for the Bar, I’ve felt so supported by this society. It often feels like aspiring barristers get overlooked, but this society truly fills that gap with consistent, high‑quality opportunities.
“As someone aiming for the Bar, I’ve felt so supported by this society. It often feels like aspiring barristers get overlooked, but this society truly fills that gap with consistent, high‑quality opportunities. From mock trials, moots and advocacy workshops to pupillage guidance, scholarship advice and trips to key courts, I finally feel on equal footing and am confident pursuing this path.”
Best society for aspiring barristers
2025 was a remarkable year for the University of Exeter Law Society (UELS), with our 1,014 members benefitting from a consistent programme of high-quality, student and partner-led events. UELS maintains a reputation for robust academic support, offering practical sessions such as essay writing, as well as external speaker events featuring Royal Literary Fund fellows, professors and high-profile guests at our show debate.