Life as a New Tenant in 3 Verulam Buildings

A new tenant entering practice at 3 Verulam Buildings is likely to have had some experience of small cases during the second six months of pupillage. The most important task in the early days of practice is to acquire experience of advocacy. For the new tenant, there is variety of work for the beginner, including winding up petitions in the Companies Court, contractual disputes in the County Court, and interim applications in the High Court, such as applications for summary judgment. New Members of Chambers may also be engaged to assist more senior juniors and leaders in heavy litigation.

It is difficult to predict the earnings that a new tenant may achieve. Much depends on the ability and application of the individual. We estimate that in the first year of practice, a new tenant at 3 Verulam Buildings can expect gross earnings of over £50,000 p.a. Sometimes earnings can be considerably higher. Thereafter earnings should increase substantially. All Members of Chambers pay contributions to Chambers’ expenses based on receipts, with some adjustments for junior members.