Practice Toolset

A crucial part of the justice system jigsaw, what is it like being a criminal clerk in today’s acutely pressured environment? Dave Scothern offers insight, drawing out a framework of best practice points

An often-overlooked ally in a barrister’s pursuit of a work-life balance is their clerk, say Lucy Burrows and Joe Wilson

The difference a genuinely diverse clerks’ room can make to barristers’ daily working lives – Michelle Greene charts the cultural evolution of the clerking profession and its impact

Christianah Babajide talks to four female senior clerks who share insights for aspiring clerks, especially women, as well as their hopes for the future of the profession

Lynda Gibbs KC (Hon) and Marie Spenwyn on the new and essential training course for anyone who prosecutes and defends children

Following the Lincoln’s Inn EDI Forum in Leeds, Glenn Parsons considers the tools required to increase diversity at the Bar – now and in the future

Heidi Smith explores some of the well-known challenges encountered in chambers management committees and offers some strategies to help overcome them

Networking is key, but may be the last thing you want to do at the end of the day. Maria Mulla introduces an initiative trying to change networking for good

Eight top tips to build the foundations for a diverse career, as well as practice management more generally. By Charlotte Pope-Williams 

Breadth of roles makes us better lawyers, says Edward Bennett, who acts as Registrar of the BIOT Court of Appeal alongside his busy family practice