Lecture Night (Online) – Wellbeing at the Bar

This Qualifying Session will focus on the importance of maintaining and promoting Wellbeing at the Bar. A diverse panel of barristers, representing various levels of call, will share their perspectives on safeguarding personal Wellbeing.

This session is being delivered online via Zoom.  Login details will be sent one working day before the event.

Speaker(s)/Tutor(s): Chair: Samuel Townend KC, Panellists – Charlotte Pope-Williams, Tadgh Barwell O’Connor and Joanna Veimou

QS value: 1

QS theme: Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing

Interactive?: No

Timings:
17.45: Registration
18:00 until 19.30

Materials and Preparation: No preparation required

Learning Aims: The aim of this Qualifying Session is to develop an understanding of the critical importance of Wellbeing for barristers, including practical strategies for maintaining personal Wellbeing, fostering kindness within the profession, and supporting Wellbeing in the administration of Chambers. Students will gain insights from barristers at different levels of practice and explore initiatives like the Kindness at the Bar project to promote a healthier and more supportive professional environment.

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.

1.18 : Only accept work which they believe they are competent to undertake.

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.

Cancellation Policy: Students should consider all bookings a professional commitment and should only book onto an event if they fully plan on attending. Once booked on, students will be unable to cancel and receive a refund other than in exceptional circumstances.

This event is a Qualifying Session.