Features

The smarter the machines, the more vital the human advocate. As AI reshapes the profession, Lynda Gibbs KC (Hon) and Wendy Showell Nicholas show why empathy, judgement and persuasion are the barrister’s greatest strengths 

As AI reshapes legal practice, the advocates who thrive will be those willing to dig deep, says Michaela Hardwick. By mining the rich seam of their experience and honing the human skills at the profession’s core, barristers can unearth what’s needed to build a sustainable practice  

The law can feel transactional at times. So, beyond technical excellence, what makes the solicitor-counsel relationship work, and what makes it thrive? Julie Norris offers a view from both sides of the profession

How to retain the edge? Looking beyond the law can sharpen client insight and strengthen a practice, says Charlie Newington-Bridges 

Revolution or just another tool? Charting the rise of AI at the Bar, Julie Ahadi argues that the goal is meaningful – not maximal – adoption, with professional risk resting squarely on the individual barrister 

At least not that  way, says Richard Paige

If lawyers using AI forget it is just a tool, and stop being ethical responsible lawyers, it will cause mayhem – Flora Page KC explores the legal and ethical pitfalls and offers essential guidance on developing good, safe AI practices in-house 

A career shaped by advocacy beyond her practice, and the realities of living with an invisible disability – Dr Natasha Shotunde, Black Barristers’ Network Co-Founder and its Chair for seven years, reflects on a decade at the Bar  

Get beyond the buzzwords to drive innovation in your legal practice: a practical primer for barristers by Raquel Vazquez 

Do chatbot providers owe a duty of care for negligent misstatements? Jasper Wong suggests that the principles applicable to humans should apply equally to machines