Lana Murphy and Francesca Perera started their careers at the Crown Prosecution Service before joining chambers. They discuss why they made the move and the practicalities of setting up self-employed practice as qualified juniors
Wellbeing coaching supports the profession we say we want – one that retains talent and supports long, fulfilling careers. Barrister Bev Cripps talks about what drew her to coaching and how to incorporate it into everyday practice
The National Crime Agency demystifies the government security clearance process and highlights recent initiatives to encourage lawyer candidates from more diverse backgrounds to apply
Your CJS needs you! says Timothy Akers
Trying new approaches to tackle unfairness in opportunities, James Peters and Sinead Murray discuss recent Ofgem initiatives
Interrogating your AI tool is key, warn law librarians Sally McLaren and Lily Rowe
Caroline Hind explains which nutrients, foods and eating strategies can give the quickest wins when it comes to performing at your best
We’ve all been stung by feedback that does more harm than good, so what’s the best way to provide it? Kim Tasso examines the art and science of giving and receiving feedback
We want to try a new approach at the Bar to shift us away from wellbeing as a form of crisis management, says Barbara Mills KC as she announces a new pilot project on reflective practice for barristers
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
Liverpool and Manchester
Due to multiple client panel appointments, Barristers and Solicitor Advocates are needed to join our team in Liverpool and Manchester.
Chair of the Bar reflects on 2025
AlphaBiolabs has donated £500 to The Christie Charity through its Giving Back initiative, helping to support cancer care, treatment and research across Greater Manchester, Cheshire and further afield
Q&A with criminal barrister Nick Murphy, who moved to New Park Court Chambers on the North Eastern Circuit in search of a better work-life balance
Revolt Cycling in Holborn, London’s first sustainable fitness studio, invites barristers to join the revolution – turning pedal power into clean energy
Rachel Davenport, Co-founder and Director at AlphaBiolabs, reflects on how the company’s Giving Back ethos continues to make a difference to communities across the UK
By Marie Law, Director of Toxicology at AlphaBiolabs
Are you ready for the new way to do tax returns? David Southern KC explains the biggest change since HMRC launched self-assessment more than 30 years ago... and its impact on the Bar
Professor Dominic Regan and Sen Jones KC present their best buys for this holiday season
Marking one year since a Bar disciplinary tribunal dismissed all charges against her, Dr Charlotte Proudman discusses the experience, her formative years and next steps. Interview by Anthony Inglese CB
Little has changed since Burns v Burns . Cohabiting couples deserve better than to be left on the blasted heath with the existing witch’s brew for another four decades, argues Christopher Stirling
Pointillism, radical politics and social conscience. Review by Stephen Cragg KC