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
How does an established practitioner go about changing their area of specialism? Jacqueline Thomas KC draws together collective advice and experience to show that it is entirely achievable
With mini-pupils at real risk of exposure to bullying, harassment or discrimination at the Bar, what more should chambers be doing to protect them? Sam Mercer and Rachel Krys set out the law, regulation and good practice
In the second of a two-part series, Sarah Lucy Cooper highlights the professional, regulatory and financial considerations for self-employed barristers when taking sick leave
A guide to surviving, thriving and applying again. By Baldip Singh
With barristers classified as ‘high-risk individuals’, there’s no time to waste in protecting your accounts and devices. Sam Thomas explains why and how
Julie Ahadi responds to thought-provoking feedback on the use of AI in pupillage and explains why we should all be role-playing how the Bar might be affected
In the first of a new King’s Counsel Selection Panel series, Monisha Shah looks at Competency D: Diversity Action & Understanding – and the many inspiring ways to demonstrate it
London
The ICCA seeks to appoint an outstanding individual to the important role of Director of Education whose primary focus will be education, leadership, strategy, and regulation.
The Bar Council is ready to support a turn to the efficiencies that will make a difference
By Louise Crush of Westgate Wealth Management
Marie Law, Director of Toxicology at AlphaBiolabs, examines the latest ONS data on drug misuse and its implications for toxicology testing in family law cases
An interview with Rob Wagg, CEO of New Park Court Chambers
What meaningful steps can you take in 2026 to advance your legal career? asks Thomas Cowan of St Pauls Chambers
Marie Law, Director of Toxicology at AlphaBiolabs, explains why drugs may appear in test results, despite the donor denying use of them
Ever wondered what a pupillage is like at the CPS? This Q and A provides an insight into the training, experience and next steps
The appointments of 96 new King’s Counsel (also known as silk) are announced today
Ready for the new way to do tax returns? David Southern KC continues his series explaining the impact on barristers. In part 2, a worked example shows the specific practicalities of adapting to the new system
Resolution of the criminal justice crisis does not lie in reheating old ideas that have been roundly rejected before, say Ed Vickers KC, Faras Baloch and Katie Bacon
With pupillage application season under way, Laura Wright reflects on her route to ‘tech barrister’ and offers advice for those aiming at a career at the Bar