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What courses do you offer?
We are in the process of building our legal education library. We will be providing preparatory courses to cover each stage of the legal education journey from the LNAT through to undergraduate and vocational training. All of our courses are preparatory courses which are designed to enable you to achieve the best marks as you sit each course at your university and are not meant to be a replacement for your institution's curriculum.
Who are your tutors?
Our tutors are experienced legal professionals, academics, and industry experts with extensive backgrounds in law and education.
Can I earn a certificate after completing a course?
Yes, upon successful completion, you will receive a digital certificate from Lexstery.
How do I enroll in a course?
You can enroll by creating an account on our platform and selecting your desired course from our course library.
What is the course format?
Courses are delivered online and are self-paced. Courses may include video lectures, reading materials, quizzes, and interactive assignments.
Are there any prerequisites?
Most introductory courses are open to all. Some advanced courses may require prior knowledge or completion of foundational courses.
How much do courses cost?
Pricing varies depending on the course. Please see individual course pages for detailed pricing information.
Can I access course materials after completion?
Yes, you’ll have lifetime access to course materials even after finishing the course.
How can I contact support?
You can reach our support team via email, live chat, or our contact form for assistance with your account or courses. For more information contact: support@lexstery.com
Do you offer group or institutional discounts?
Yes, we provide discounts for organisations, universities, and groups. Please contact our sales team for more information: hello@lexstery.com
Can I access the platform on mobile devices?
Yes, our platform is fully responsive and can be accessed from desktops, tablets, and smartphones. On our roadmap we plan to bring out a custom mobile app.
Can I interact with instructors or other students?
Yes, you can participate in course forums, attend Q&A sessions, and join our community.
FPBA FAQs
1. Does this course teach me how to research pupillage providers?
Yes. It covers all the essential ingredients you need to extract from several online sources and shows you how to identify providers suited to your individual application.
2. How long do I have access to the curriculum for?
As an FPBA student you will gain lifetime access to the curriculum
3. Does this course teach me how to perform at pupillage interviews?
Yes. FPBA is designed to provide you the knowledge and skills required to perform at first and second-round pupillage interviews.
4. Does this course provide a mock interview?
No. Mock interviews are only available to Accelerator members.
5. Who are the faculty?
We are a diverse team of practising barristers at the Bar of England and Wales.
6. I have already secured first and second round pupillage interviews. Is this suitable for me?
Yes. Every little helps. The more knowledge and skills you acquire the stronger your applications become and the better you perform at the interview to secure pupillage.
7. Does this course teach me how to draft pupillage applications?
Yes. Learn the art of drafting pupillage applications from practising barristers who have collectively drafted hundreds of successful pupillage applications at premium sets across England and Wales.
8. Does FPBA™ include a review of my pupillage application?
No. 1-1 pupillage application reviews are only available to Accelerator members.
9. I haven’t yet started the bar training course is this course suitable for me?
Yes because it allows you time outside of the busy bar course to prepare quality and focused applications in time for the opening of the pupillage gateway.
10. I am an international student is this course suitable for me?
Yes, if you intend on practising at the Bar of England and Wales.
11. I haven’t attempted a pupillage cycle yet is this course suitable for me?
FPBA is perfect for those who have not yet attempted a pupillage cycle as it saves you years of learned mistakes and provides you with all the tools and skills you need to thrive in the pupillage process.
BPC FAQs
1. What is BPC™ curriculum based on?
Our curriculum is guided by the Bar Standards Board's Curriculum and Assessment Strategy.
2. How long do I have access to the curriculum for?
You will gain lifetime access to the curriculum.
3. Does this course teach me how to pass the bar course?
BPC provides you with all the knowledge and skills required to perform at your best on the bar course. It provides a summary version of each module and is an ideal revision aid. The main source of your learning and revision materials should always come from your bar course provider.
4. I’m not sure whether I want to be a barrister yet is this course suitable for me?
This course is designed for aspiring or current bar students. BPC provides an introduction to each module covered on the bar course and is an ideal revision aid for upcoming bar exams.
5. I have a lot of advocacy experience is this course suitable for me?
Advocacy is a practical skill meaning the more experience you acquire the stronger your performance will become. BPC is ideal for beginners and more seasoned advocates. No matter what level you are at you will gain valuable insights from practising barristers to refine your skillset.
6. How long will it take to complete this course?
Based on the amount of material we recommend 6 weeks to complete the course. For this reason, we drip 3 modules each week over 6 weeks from the launch date.
7. Does BPC™ include 1-1 advocacy support?
No. 1-1 advocacy support is available to Accelerator members.
8. I haven’t started the bar course yet is this course suitable for me?
Yes. Enrolling on BPC before the bar course provides you with time to familiarise yourself with the materials, develop your advocacy skills and attempt exam-style questions to ensure you perform at your best once you enrol on the bar course.
9. I am an international student is this course suitable for me?
Yes, if you intend on practising at the Bar of England and Wales.
I have more questions how can I contact you?
If you have any further questions please contact us: support@lexstery.com
Is it possible to pay in instalments?
Yes, we offer a variety of payment plans and can create custom plans to suit your needs. For custom plans please contact us: support@lexstery.com
Are scholarships available for your courses?
Scholarships are available for our courses. For more information read about our scholarship programme here
Do you have a referral programme?
Yes we have a referral programme for FPBA. You can read more about the programme here
What is Legal Career Consulting?
Legal career consulting is 1-1 support from a qualified lawyer, either a barrister or solicitor or academic, who can assist you with exam preparation and the application process to qualify as a practising lawyer in England and Wales.
All faculty members are experienced lawyers who can assist you with:
- University scholarship applications
- Master's applications
- Drafting training contract or pupillage applications
- Preparing for first and second round interviews
- Any other questions you may have on the path to qualification
Who are your tutors?
The Lexstery faculty is a distinguished team of practising barristers and solicitors and university academics. Tutors have studied at some of the best universities in the country and qualified into prestigious Chambers and law firms.
How can I access consulting services?
What is the Future Pupil Barrister Accelerator (FPBX)?
The Future Pupil Barrister Accelerator is an add-on to the Future Pupil Barrister Academy. FPBX is a programme focused on providing aspiring barristers with 1-1 support in the pupillage process which is a hyper-competitive process.
The Programme takes students through each stage of the pupillage process:
- Vision & Execution: Designed to identify the best Authorised Education and Training Organisation (AETOs) offering pupillage which are tailored to the specific applicant. Aspiring barristers often waste a significant amount of time applying to AETOs where they are highly unlikely to secure a pupillage offer.
- Application Review: Aimed at helping applicants understand the art of drafting successful pupillage applications.
- Mock Interview: Providing applicants with a simulated pupillage interview and detailed feedback on their performance.
Sessions are conducted remotely and are 60 minutes each. Feedback is provided at the conclusion of each session with actionable takeaways to ensure you can digest and retain feedback.
Instructors are practising barristers at the Bar of England and Wales.
How can I apply for the FPBX?
Unlike our courses students must apply to enrol on our Accelerator programmes. Due to faculty capacity, spaces are limited. You can apply for FPBX here
What is the Bar Prep Course Accelerator (BPCX)?
The Bar Preparatory Course Accelerator is an add-on to the Bar Prep Course Academy. BPCX is a programme focused on developing your advocacy skills for the bar training course as advocacy often amounts to a significant number of credits on the bar courses (60 credits for some providers). The Programme takes students through:
- Submission Advocacy
- Examination-in-Chief
- Cross-Examination
Sessions are conducted remotely and are 60 minutes each. Feedback is provided at the conclusion of each session with actionable takeaways to ensure you can digest and retain feedback.
Instructors are practising barristers at the Bar of England and Wales.
How can I apply for the BPCX?
Unlike our courses students must apply to enrol on our Accelerator programmes. Due to faculty capacity, spaces are limited. You can apply for BPCX here
Do you have a referral programme?
Yes we have a referral programme for FPBX. You can read more about the programme here
What is your community?
The community is an online space for Lexstery members to access resources and support on the journey to qualifying as a lawyer in England and Wales.
What can I access inside the community?
Inside the community you can access:
- Files
- Videos
- Blogs
- Signposts
- Events
Where can I join the Community?
You can join the community here
Is the community free?
Yes our community is free for all members.
What events are on inside the community?
We host a range of events including:
- Advocacy events such as mooting and debating
- Pupillage exercises
- Hosting guest speakers
Are events free?
Yes all of our events are free for members.
What is your forum?
The forum is where you can post any questions you have and receive responses from community members. We have a range of sub-forums including:
- LNAT Students
- LL.B Students
- LL.M Students
- GDL Students
- SQE Students
- Bar Students
- Students Seeking Training Contracts
- Students Seeking Pupillage.
Is the forum free?
Yes our forum is free for all members.
Where can I read your Privacy Policy?
You can read our Privacy Policy here
Where can I read your Terms and Conditions?
You can read our Terms and Conditions here
Where can I read your Referral Terms and Conditions?
You can read our Referral Terms and Conditions here
What is your Refund Policy for courses?
What is your refund policy for Accelerator programmes?
Unlike our courses Accelerator students are penciled into the diaries of qualified solicitors and barristers therefore we do not provide a refund for these services unless a refund is requested 48 hours before you attend your first legal career consulting session with your mentor. If you are unable to contact your mentor please submit your refund request to: support@lexstery.com
What is your complaints procedure?
We are committed to providing a high-quality learning experience and excellent customer service. If you are not satisfied with any aspect of our platform or services, we encourage you to let us know. Please follow the procedure below to file a formal complaint.
We aim to handle all complaints with fairness, confidentiality, and efficiency.
Our Complaints Procedure
Step 1: Informal Resolution
Before filing a formal complaint, we encourage you to first try resolving the issue informally. You can often get the quickest resolution by:
- Contacting our Customer Support team via email or live chat for general issues related to your account, billing, or technical difficulties.
Step 2: Submitting a Formal Complaint
If you are unable to resolve the issue informally or feel your concern requires formal attention, please submit a formal complaint in writing. This ensures we have a clear record of your concern and can investigate it thoroughly.
Please send an email to support@lexstery.com with the following information:
- Full Name:
- Email Address associated with your account.
- Course/Programme Name (if applicable).
- A clear, detailed description of your complaint. Please include relevant dates, names of individuals involved (if any), and the nature of your dissatisfaction.
- Any supporting evidence, such as screenshots, receipts, or correspondence.
- The resolution you are seeking.
Step 3: Acknowledgment
We will send an email acknowledging receipt of your formal complaint within 3 business days. This email will confirm that your complaint has been received and is being reviewed.
Step 4: Investigation
Your complaint will be assigned to a senior member of our team for a full and impartial investigation. The investigator will review all the information you provided and may contact you if further details are required.
Step 5: Formal Response & Resolution
We are committed to resolving complaints as quickly as possible. You will receive a formal written response within 28 business days of our initial acknowledgment. This response will outline:
- The findings of our investigation.
- The decision we have reached.
- Any action we will be taking as a result of your complaint.
If the issue is complex and requires more time, we will contact you to explain the delay and provide a new timeline.
Step 6: Appeal
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of your complaint, you have the right to appeal the decision. To appeal, please reply to our formal response within 10 business days, stating the reasons for your appeal. Your case will then be escalated to a director or senior manager for a final review. A final decision will be communicated to you within 15 business days.
We assure you that you will not be disadvantaged in any way for making a legitimate complaint. All feedback is valued and used to improve our services.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express), debit cards, PayPal, and select digital wallets. We use the following payment methods:
- Direct Bank Transfer
- Apple Pay
- Google Pay
- Stripe
- PayPal
- Klarna
- Lemon Squeezy
- Mollie
Can I pay in installments?
Yes, we offer interest-free instalment plans for select courses and programs. Buy Now Pay Later options are provided through:
- PayPal
- Klarna
- ClearPay
We also offer custom packages on request.
Are my payment details secure?
Absolutely. All payment transactions are processed using encrypted, compliant payment gateways to ensure your information remains private and secure.
Do you accept international payments?
Yes, we welcome students from around the world and accept payments in multiple currencies. Any currency conversion fees are determined by your payment provider.
Will I receive a payment receipt?
Yes, you will receive an electronic receipt via email immediately after your payment is processed.
What should I do if my payment fails?
If your payment is declined, please check your card details and available funds. If problems persist, contact your bank or reach out to our support team for assistance.
If you need to contact our team please email us at: support@lexstery.com
