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The Bar and Mooting Society of King's College London is a vocational society for students of all bac

Welcome to the page of the Bar and Mooting Society of King's College London. The KCL Bar & Mooting Society aims to equip students with the relevant skills to successfully pursue a career in law, by providing mooting and advocacy training, networking opportunities with chambers and law firms, tailored support for (mini-)pupillages and the Bar Professional Training Course, as well as access

to exclusive events organised by the Inns of Court. If you have any queries related to pursuing a career at the Bar, feel free to contact a member of the Committee.

02/05/2026

We’re recruiting for the 2026/27 KCLBMS Committee! 🚨 Get involved in Advocacy, Communications, or Outreach & Events and help shape the society next year.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of something big 👇
📅 10 May, 23:59
📩 [email protected]

24/04/2026

⏰ LAST CALL ⏰
The Middle Temple Open Day is tomorrow (Saturday 25 April) – don’t miss your chance to attend.

If you’re a 1st or 2nd year undergraduate considering a career at the Bar, this is a great opportunity to hear from practitioners and gain insight into the profession.

🕘 Arrivals from 9:00 📍 Limited in-person spaces available 🍽️ Free lunch included 💻 Livestream option available

Sign up via link in bio!

02/04/2026

Step inside the courtroom ⚖️

KCLBMS is excited to launch our Marshalling Scheme at Taylor House Tribunal Hearing Centre - an opportunity to gain real insight into how the law operates in practice, sit in on hearings, and speak directly with judges.

We know the turnaround is tight, so please don’t worry about submitting a “perfect” application - we will absolutely take the short timeframe into account when reviewing.

🗓 Deadline: Saturday 4 April 2026, 11:59pm

If you’re curious about advocacy or simply want to see the law in action, this is for you.

Apply via the link in our bio.

30/03/2026

We are delighted to invite you to spectate the Graveson Cup Final, KCL’s most prestigious mooting competition, on Wednesday 1 April from 16:00–18:00.

The final will showcase some of the strongest advocacy at King’s, as our finalists go head to head in the concluding round of this distinguished competition.

As spaces are very limited, please sign up as soon as possible via the link in our bio.

09/03/2026

🚨 3 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY!
Another reminder that applications are now open for the 2026/2027 Committee.

We’re looking for passionate, driven students to join the team as President and Treasurer and help shape the future of the Society.

📄 Submit your CV and cover letter
⏰ Deadline: 12 March 2026, 23:59
📧 [email protected]

Take the next step in leadership, make an impact, and be part of something bigger.

We can’t wait to receive your application.

07/03/2026

⚖️ Witness the Mock Trial Finals at the Royal Courts of Justice!

Join us for the RCJ Mock Trial Finals, where top student advocates will go head-to-head in a live courtroom setting, judged by HHJ Dight CBE.
This is a unique opportunity to:
 👩‍⚖️ Observe high-level advocacy 🎭 Take part as a witness in the trial 🤝 Network with fellow law students and mooters 🏛 Experience proceedings inside the Royal Courts of Justice

📍 Royal Courts of Justice
🕓 16:00 onwards 📅 Wednesday 18 March

⚠️ Spots are limited - sign up via the link in our bio to secure your place!

01/03/2026

🎓✨ IA Moot Finals – Spectator Sign Up!

Spectators are invited to attend the International Arbitration Moot finals on March 5 (from 6pm) 🏛️

Come watch top advocacy in action and stay for a networking session with esteemed barristers after the finals - a great opportunity to learn, connect, and be inspired.

Spots are limited (20–30 people), so make sure you apply ASAP ⏳

24/02/2026

Applications Open - London Intervarsity Witness Examination Competition 2026

Ready to build real courtroom advocacy skills in a supportive, low-pressure environment? This friendly intervarsity competition brings together students from UCL, LSE, and KCL to practise the art of witness examination in a realistic trial setting.

✨ Why take part?

Designed for beginner–intermediate advocates - perfect if you’re new to advocacy or want to build confidence without the intensity of major national moots

Receive personal feedback from practising criminal barristers

Finals judged by barristers from Garden Court Chambers

🗓️ Key Dates (in person at LSE):

Preliminary Round: 4 March 2026 (6:00–7:30 PM)

Finals: 14 March 2026 (time TBC)

⚖️ Competition Format

Compete in pairs - each advocate examines a witness

Top two teams progress to the Final (may require switching sides)

New case materials provided 5 days before each round

👥 KCL Representation
We will send TWO teams (2 students per team).

🔗 Apply via link in bio!
📅 Deadline: 27th February 2026, Friday 12PM

If you’ve been wanting to try advocacy but felt intimidated by bigger competitions, this is the perfect place to start. ⚖️✨

22/02/2026

KCLBMS proudly invites you to the Atkin Chambers International Arbitration Moot.

Step into the world of cross-border disputes, treaty interpretation, and high-level advocacy. Start at Strand and progress to the semi-finals and finals at Atkin Chambers, arguing complex arbitration problems before leading practitioners.

Expect sharp submissions, intense rounds, and the chance to network with professionals, plus a mini-pupillage opportunity for the winner.

📍 First Round: Strand 📍 Semis & Finals: Atkin Chambers 🕒 1:30 onwards 📅 05 March 2026

Sign up, bring your best advocacy, and take your first step into international arbitration.

16/02/2026

The one we have all been waiting for!

Join us for the KCLBMS Annual Dinner at Gray’s Inn Hall on 17 March 2026 at 6:00pm.

An evening of welcome drinks, a three-course dinner, and a networking reception alongside barristers, judges, and Benchers of Gray’s Inn - all set within one of the most historic halls of the Inns of Court.

An occasion to celebrate our community, reflect on the year, and mark the term in true Bar tradition.

Tickets can be found via our link in bio!

Address

Dickson Poon School Of Law, King's College London, Strand
London
WC2R2LS

Website

http://www.kclbms.org/

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