Practice Toolset

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