Lecture & Domus Dinner – Law, the Bridle of Power

At this Qualifying Session, students will explore the enduring importance of the rule of law. Henry de Bracton, 800 years ago, urged any sovereign to “temper his power by law, which is the bridle of power… and nothing is more fitting for a sovereign than to live by the laws… and govern according to law.”Has that bridle slipped? Is power loosing itself from the rule of law? What is happening to the rule of law, particularly in the United States? If there is widespread pressure on the rule of law — in the US, the UK, and elsewhere — what could and should lawyers do?

Speaker(s)/Tutor(s): Paul Klaas and Professor Brian Klaas

Details: 

QS value: 1

QS theme: Legal Knowledge, Justice and the Rule of Law

Interactive?: No

Materials and Preparation: No preparation required

Learning Aims: This Qualifying Session will aim for students to develop an understanding of the rule of law, its historical foundations, the challenges it faces today, and the role of lawyers in upholding it.

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.

1.16 : Comply with regulatory requirements set down by the Bar Standards Board, including the Code of Conduct.

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.

Students booking onto the Lecture & Domus nights will be able to dine with their mentor, providing they are available to attend. If you would like to dine with your mentor on these evenings please check their availability with them first and then contact [email protected] with your mentor copied in to the email to let us know you would like to sit together. We will then confirm their booking with you and make arrangements for you to sit next to each other on the day.

This Qualifying Session will be delivered in person only.

Dress: Dark lounge suits. Gowns provided. For more information about this dress code please visit the Student Members area.

Student Timings:

Registration: 5:30pm – Ashworth Centre. Lecture: 6:00pm – Lecture theatre. Drinks reception 7:00pm – Ashworth rooms. Dinner: 7:30pm – The Great Hall.

Bench & Bar Timings:

Reception: 6.45 pm – Bench and Bar arrive for drinks reception via main Ashworth Centre door. Dinner: 7.30 pm – The Great Hall

The event will finish at approximately 9:30pm.

Bookings: Please book via the Online Booking System.

Accessibility: Information on step free routes and more can be found on our Accessibility page.

Conduct: Lincoln’s Inn is committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment. We expect everyone engaging with us to uphold these standards. Unacceptable behaviour will be challenged.

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.