Demystifying the Bar: Pathways and Practice Insights for Aspiring Barristers

This panel discussion, organised by the New Barristers Committee, will shed light on pathways and opportunities for junior practitioners to join and succeed at the Bar.

Alison Hammond (6 Selborne Wentworth), Caitlin Akthar (Forbes Chambers) and Amanda Sapienza (Level 22 Chambers) will discuss the route to the Bar (including the nuts and bolts of chambers, tutors, the Bar Exam, and the Bar Practice Course), life as a barrister vs that of a solicitor, and addressing unique challenges, support networks and strategies for succeeding at the Bar.

Sam Murray (Eleven Wentworth), will be the moderator.