The PCLL » Qualification as a Lawyer in Hong Kong

An intending solicitor who has completed the PCLL will be required to complete satisfactorily a period of employment as a trainee solicitor (two years) in order to be eligible for admission to practice in Hong Kong as a solicitor.

An intending barrister who has completed the PCLL is eligible for admission as a barrister, but must undertake pupillage for 12 months (during the last 6 months of which there is a limited right of practice).