Lecture & Domus Dinner
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.
Speaker: Valerie Charbit, Stephen Innes and Catherine Calder
Themes: Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development & Wellbeing
Timings:
17:30: Registration
18:00: Lecture
19:00: Reception
19:15: Domus Dinner
21:30: Event Ends
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):
1.3 : Have a knowledge and understanding of the law and procedure relevant to their area(s) of practice.
1.9 : Exercise good communication skills, through any appropriate medium and with any audience as required in their work.
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.
Dress: Dark lounge suits. Gowns provided. For more information about this dress code please visit the Student Members area.
Bookings: Please book via the Online Booking System.
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.