About

The Bristol Junior Lawyers Division is an unincorporated group of trainee solicitors, paralegals, students, and recently qualified solicitors and legal executives in the Bristol regional area.

Led by a committee of tireless volunteers, we organise social events, career training, sporting events, charitable fundraising, and much more. We provide a voice for all junior lawyers in the Bristol area, whether feeding back to the national level or giving our members opportunities to network in a comfortable atmosphere with peers.

We can’t offer training contracts or ‘Qualifying Work Experience” for those following the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route. Nor can we offer jobs after qualification. We really can’t do any more than point you in the direction of the same websites and resources that everyone else points you in. That said, if you’re a Law Society registered student, paralegal, LPC graduate, trainee or qualified solicitor with up to 5 year PQE in Bristol, then you’re probably just the sort of person who ought to be on our mailing list.

The SQE is being phased in so if you’re intending to follow the SQE route to qualification, we’d love to hear from you too.

Do sign up and we’ll see you at future events!

£51,411.09

raised for charity to date.
630+

members in the Bristol and surrounding areas.
81%

consider the JLD events excellent value for money.

I thoroughly enjoyed my time as a member of Bristol JLD committee. I was able to make valuable connections with some really engaging colleagues. Covid-19 lockdowns achieved overnight changes in the workplace. The chief beneficiaries are often people well established in their careers, rather than those at the start finding their feet. I am particularly proud the efforts we made to vocalise the concerns of junior lawyers during the early stages of the pandemic.
Mamunul Wahid, Senior Associate, Clarke Willmott – former Bristol JLD IT & Comms Co-ordinator and 2023 Bristol Law Society Junior Lawyer of the Year
Your commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of children is truly inspiring. We've cherished every moment of the events we've shared, from the delightful BBQ gatherings to the glamorous ball nights. Your dedication and enthusiasm have not only made these occasions memorable but have also contributed to a remarkable achievement. The total amount of £7,000 is truly incredible, and it will undoubtedly make a significant difference in our mission. With this support, we can provide enriching camp experiences to a multitude of children, creating lasting memories and fostering personal growth.
Barton Camp (Bristol Children’s Help Society) – Bristol JLD Charity of the Year 2023
It has been an absolute pleasure to partner with Bristol Junior Lawyers Division over the last 15 years. From sponsoring the Annual Charity Ball (which is always a sell-out) to running careers events for junior lawyers, it has been a privilege to support so many of your members over the years and we look forward to continuing this fantastic partnership for many more years to come.
Sheldon Carlisle – National Specialism Director - Legal & Co Sec UK&I, HAYS