UOMBAS

University of Manchester
Bar and Advocacy Society

Who We Are

We are the University of Manchester Bar and Advocacy Society. We are open to law and non-law students at UoM. We do not charge. We are funded by BTC providers, supported by local chambers who volunteer their time. Our objective is to provide every aspiring barrister in our university with the tools and information required to make it at the Bar of England and Wales.

Our city is personified through the worker bee, a testament to Manchester's industrious nature, and the ability to punch above its weight. In the spirit of this, our approach is aspirational and optimistic, focused on getting the absolute best out of the LLB, and encouraging peers to do the same. Throughout the year, we look forward to running events like:

  • Internal and external mooting competitions.
  • Mock Trials.
  • Careers events with local chambers.
  • Trips to the Inns of Court.
  • Scholarship and mini-pupillage events.
  • Social events with law students and legal professionals.

Testimonials

     

 "With minimal advocacy experience, I approached this competition with apprehension, but the judges were more than welcoming. This experienced has significantly refined my approach to confident speaking, and this simulated legal advocacy has put me in good stead for my future career." 

Grace - 2025 Participant
     

 "After winning our London heat against more than 50 universities, the semi-final involved rigorous judicial questioning, and our submissions needed to be really sharp. The experience required research and persuasive advocacy, and I believe this will serve me well at the Bar. UoMBAS provided brilliant support throughout, from detailed feedback on our skeletons, to practice sessions that boosted our confidence. Their guidance transformed nerves into confidence, and left me eager and equipped for the Bar." 

Sophie - Landmark Chambers Semi-Finalist 2025
     

 "Competing in the Championship Moot was an invaluable experience, and I highly recommend entering the competition. It was hugely beneficial for my advocacy skills. The process is a fantastic opportunity to develop the ability to both research new areas of law independently, and apply them with precision. It was also highly useful in allowing me to become familiar with areas of law which I will be studying in the next two years." 

Henry - 2025 Winner

Contact

  • University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL, United Kingdom

See our Instagram for chambers opportunities and updates on all events, workshops and competitions!