Case Analysis and Ethics

Students will discuss a case analysis and ethical scenarios in groups led by experienced practitioners. The Case Analysis will explore the preparation of a case. The Ethics session will aim to identify the core duties engaged within each scenario.

Speaker(s)/Tutor(s): Various

QS value: 2

QS theme: 1 Advocacy Skills, 1 Ethics, Standards and Values

Interactive?: Yes(2)

Materials and Preparation:

Students will be sent exercises a week before the event to prepare in advance of the session. Students who have clearly not prepared will not be awarded a Qualifying Session.  Students will discuss a case analysis and ethical scenarios in groups led by experienced practitioners. The Case Analysis will explore the preparation of a case. The Ethics session will aim to identify the core duties engaged within each scenario.

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this Qualifying Session students will be able to:

·         Identify and evaluate the mitigating and aggravating factors within the case.

·         Apply the key principles of case analysis methodology.

·         Recognise when core duties are engaged in specific ethical situations.

·         Identify the relevant sections of the Bar Code of Conduct applicable in specific ethical situations.

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

1.8 : Exercise good English language skills.

1.1 : Uphold the reputation of the Bar and observe their duty to the court in the administration of justice.

2.1 : Act with the utmost integrity and independence at all times, in the interests of justice, representing clients with courage, perseverance and fearlessness.