How to build and stress-test your evidence, while steering clear of the common pitfalls that can undermine even the strongest candidates? Paul Secher looks at the core principles behind a compelling silk application
With reputations forged in the marketplace as much as the courtroom, Don Turner examines the sales side of the ‘barrister business’ – including how to avoid own goals and business development as a collective endeavour
Get beyond the buzzwords to drive innovation in your legal practice: a practical primer for barristers by Raquel Vazquez
Where to start and where to find help? Monisha Shah, Chair of the King’s Counsel Selection Panel, provides an overview of the silk selection process, debunking some myths along the way
What has changed, and why? Paul Secher unpacks the new standards aligning the recruiting, training and appraising of judges – the first major change to the system for ten years
Feeling stuck at a careers crossroads? Lost your legal mojo? The answer often lies in knowing what you truly want – but how to figure that out? Nikki Alderson shares some practical strategies to help you gain clarity and move forward with confidence
Make some time and efficiency gains this year! Bar Standards Board research shows ‘micro-tech’ admin solutions gaining traction amid Bar’s cautious approach to new technology
Exploring the potential of a new chambers to develop your practice? Imogen Mellor reflects on the rationale for her move and the strategies that supported her transition
Barrister Anogika Souresh and practice managers Niamh McCulloch and Rebecca Stevens share insights into the training and client-handling skills required for direct access work
Rachel Spearing KC examines profession-wide efforts to retain talent and support the progression of all groups at the Bar – including the free Movers and Returners Conference at Inner Temple on Thursday 22 May
Express Chambers appoints chief clerk as expansion gathers pace
Express Solicitors has unveiled a new brand identity for its established advocacy team, which now operates under the name Express Chambers
42BR Barristers to be joined by leading family law set, 4 Brick Court, this summer
Get ready to lead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape
Valerie Sterling, Head of the Family Team at New Park Court Chambers, offers reflections from a distinguished 40-year career in law
There is no typical day in the life as a Supreme Court judicial assistant, says Josephine Gillingwater, and that’s what makes the role so enjoyably diverse
