pupillage

[US]/ˈpjuːpɪlɪdʒ/
[UK]/ˈpjuːpɪlɪdʒ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.period of being a student or pupil; state of being a minor; apprenticeship (specifically in law)
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Phrases & Collocations

complete pupillage

offer pupillage

pupillage period

during pupillage

twelve-month pupillage

qualified pupillage

non-practising pupillage

start pupillage

seek pupillage

pupillage contract

Example Sentences

many law graduates compete fiercely to secure a pupillage at a prestigious chambers.

the pupillage period typically lasts for twelve months and provides intensive training.

after completing her pupillage, she was offered a permanent position as a barrister.

the application process for pupillage is notoriously competitive and demanding.

his pupillage experience at a criminal law chambers proved invaluable to his career.

some chambers offer funded pupillage positions to talented candidates from diverse backgrounds.

the pupillage interview panel assessed candidates on their legal knowledge and potential.

during pupillage, aspiring barristers learn essential courtroom skills under supervision.

a vacancy for pupillage at this set of chambers attracted hundreds of applicants.

she gained practical experience in legal research throughout her pupillage training.

the successful candidate accepted the offer of pupillage and began immediately.

pupillage represents a crucial transitional stage between academic study and professional practice.

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