Collaborative Qualifying Session – Lecture Night (Liverpool Providers Only)

At this qualifying session the speakers will identify and explore career development opportunities within the junior and independent bar. They will provide students with insights on how to build a successful practice by striking the right balance between specialisation and general practice, while weighing the pros and cons of each approach. The session will also address common sources of stress during the bar course, offering practical stress management techniques and strategies for seeking support. In addition, it will provide guidance on recognising and navigating professional challenges, with an emphasis on fostering a positive and resilient mindset.

Speaker(s)/Tutor(s): Christopher Poole (New Court Chambers), Heather Belbin (Oriel Chambers), Sarahneh Maleki (Charterhouse Chambers) and Sallyann Vipond (Charterhouse Chambers)

Themes: Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing

Timings:

17.30: Registration

18:00 until 19.30

QS value: 1

Materials and Preparation: No preparation required

Learning Outcomes: The aim of this Qualifying Session is to identify career development opportunities within the junior and independent bar, explore strategies for building a practice by balancing specialisation and general practice, and evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each approach. It will also address the sources of stress during
the bar course, introduce stress management tools and techniques, encourage seeking support, and highlight professional challenges while promoting a positive mindset.

Professional Statement Reference: (Access the full Professional Statement for Barristers here):

1.4 : Have an awareness of the wide range of organisations supporting the administration of justice.
2.6 : Ensure they practise with adaptability and flexibility, by being self-aware and self-directed, recognising and
acting upon the continual need to maintain and develop their knowledge and skills.
4.3 : Plan their personal workload and absences so as to ensure they deliver on all work commitments they have
made