The Access to Justice Foundation urges barristers to maximise the impact of their pro bono work by applying for pro bono costs orders
There is a pressing need to assess the effect of barristers’ work on our physical as well as mental health, says Deshpal Panesar KC, so we can construct long and healthy careers
Irresponsible use of AI can lead to serious and embarrassing consequences. Sam Thomas briefs barristers on the five key risks and how to avoid them
Nikki Alderson explores how we can create, develop and maintain equal opportunity for all – for the good of everyone
Brie Stevens-Hoare KC on preparing for judicial appointment applications and the JAC support for underrepresented groups
Don’t get lost in the flurry of first six. Nia Marshall shares a few tips to help you get the most out of this time
Unconventional and invaluable pupillage advice from Abiodun Olatokun
David Fardy outlines what to expect, what you will learn, and what you can gain from a pupillage at the employed Bar
If you are in/about to start pupillage, you will soon be facing the pupillage stage assessment in professional ethics. Jane Hutton and Patrick Ryan outline exam format and tactics
The Bar Council reports back on its third pupil survey and signposts support and guidance for this key group of the profession
Our call for sufficient resources for the justice system and for the Bar to scrutinise the BSB’s latest consultation
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Marie Law, Head of Toxicology at AlphaBiolabs, discusses alcohol testing for the Family Court
Louise Crush of Westgate Wealth explains how to make sure you are investing suitably, and in your long-term interests
In conversation with Matthew Bland, Lincoln’s Inn Library
Millicent Wild of 5 Essex Chambers describes her pupillage experience
Louise Crush of Westgate Wealth explores some key steps to take when starting out as a barrister in order to secure your financial future
From a traumatic formative education to exceptional criminal silk – Laurie-Anne Power KC talks about her path to the Bar, pursuit of equality and speaking out against discrimination (not just during Black History Month)
James Onalaja concludes his two-part opinion series
Expectations, experiences and survival tips – some of the things I wished I had known (or applied) when I was starting pupillage. By Chelsea Brooke-Ward
In a two-part opinion series, James Onalaja considers the International Criminal Court Prosecutor’s requests for arrest warrants in the controversial Israel-Palestine situation