Key purpose of this role
As a Pupil Barrister, you will undertake a programme of practical training required to become a fully qualified practicing barrister.
Key Responsibilities
During the first six months (Non-Practicing Period) you will be required to:
* Carry out research for your pupil supervisor and other members of the Team.
* Undertake written work for your pupil supervisor and other members of the Team.
* Attend conferences and consultations with your pupil supervisor and other members of the Team.
* Undertake written work as instructed by providers or on behalf of your pupil supervisor and other members of the Team.
* Assist and support your pupil supervisor and other members of the Team in the preparation of cases for court or tribunals.
* Accompany your pupil supervisor and other members of the Team to courts, tribunals or conferences to gain experience by observing and assisting them.
During the second six months (Non-Practicing Period) you will be required to:
* Meet providers and clients and conduct cases before courts and tribunals.
* Undertake written work for your pupil supervisor and other members of the Team.
* Research the law and cases.
* Read witness statements, reports and all case papers.
* Offer legal advice and give opinions as required.
* Negotiate and conduct discussions out of court.
* Prepare legal arguments and documents for court hearings.
* Question witnesses and make submissions to judges and juries.
* Report back to providers orally and in writing the results of case and any issues that might need to be addressed.
Generally, you will be required to:
* Comply with the duties of pupils as set out in section 801 of the Code of Conduct for the Bar and Part V of the Consolidated Regulations.
* Register your pupillage with the Bar Standards Board prior to commencement.
* Comply with the requirements of the Pupillage Handbook.
* Complete the pupillage checklist throughout your pupillage, and particularly at the end of the first and second six months of pupillage.
* Submit certificates of satisfactory completion of your pupillage and completed checklists to the Bar Standards Board.
* Maintain a portfolio of work and a work diary.
* Complete compulsory advocacy training and the Practice Management Course.
* Plan and review pupillage activities with supervisors.
* Arrange and attend professional courses and activities as may be prescribed by the Bar Council and your Inn of Court.
* Maintain detailed records of all work carried out.
* Any duties as reasonably required by your pupil supervisor.
* Undertaking Free Representation Unit casework and related duties as reasonably required.
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