All applicants to join an Inn must first satisfy the Qualifications Committee of the Bar Standards Board (BSB) that they are qualified to join the Bar of England and Wales, and each case is slightly different.   

Before applying to join Lincoln's Inn, if you are not already a member of the Bar or preparing to embark on the Bar Professional Training Course but you consider that you are a Specially Qualified Applicant qualified to join the Bar of England and Wales, please contact Judith Fox in the first instance at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or telephone Judith on +44 (0)20 7405 1393 to discuss your application.

You are also advised to read the Qualifications Committee's guidance note at the following link -

Transferring Qualified Lawyers Panel

The BSB's forms can also be found, along with much other important information about practice at the Bar of England and Wales, at their website - www.barstandardsboard.org.uk

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