“Resilience and Wellbeing at the Bar” (Online)

Students will discuss ethical scenarios in groups led by experienced practitioners and will aim to identify the core duties engaged within each scenario.

Speakers: Marisa Cohen, Robin White, James Pereira QC and Emma Southern

Themes: Preparation for Pupillage, Career Development and Wellbeing

Timings: 

5.45pm: Registration

6.00pm until 7.30pm

Materials and Preparation: No preparation required

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

·      Explain what resilience is in practice and how to become more resilience in the workplace.

·      Identify strategies and interventions which contribute to individual wellbeing.

·      Identify tools and techniques on how to manage stress and sources of support.

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

4.11 : As appropriate, possess a strong understanding of the specific implications of being a self-employed barrister

4.2 : Possess sufficient understanding of organisational and management skills to be able to maintain an effective and efficient practice.

4.3 : Plan their personal workload and absences so as to ensure they deliver on all work commitments they have made.

Booking: 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.