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Life as a Junior Barrister: In the Words of the Independent Bar

Life as a Junior Barrister: In the Words of the Independent Bar

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This book provides guidance, insights, and advice from new barristers from diverse backgrounds and practice areas, shedding light on what life is like for barristers at the independent Bar. It discusses workloads, cases, tasks, skills, time-management, finance, social and cultural issues, and the transformations the Bar has undergone. It is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in exploring a career at the Bar.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 146 pages
Publication date: 16 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


This comprehensive guide is a must-read for aspiring barristers, providing valuable insights, advice, and experiences from new barristers across diverse backgrounds and practice areas. Shedding light on the realities of life at the independent Bar, the book offers candid and honest perspectives on what it truly means to be a barrister.

The book is organized into chapters, each dedicated to a different practice area. The authors, drawn from various disciplines such as crime, commercial, family, and employment law, share their experiences and challenges in their respective fields. They discuss the workload, types of cases, and tasks they encounter on a daily basis, highlighting the skills and qualities needed to thrive in the early years of practice.

In addition to practical advice on time management and finance, the book also addresses key social and cultural issues that are relevant to the legal profession. The concluding chapter by Jaime Hamilton QC, a renowned barrister and former President of the Law Society, provides a insightful analysis of the transformations the Bar has undergone and continues to navigate.

Accessible and engaging, this invaluable resource is perfect for anyone interested in exploring a career at the Bar. Whether you are a law student or a professional seeking to expand your knowledge, this book will serve as an ideal companion on your journey.

Weight: 248g
Dimension: 155 x 233 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367566494

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