Haydee Dijkstal is International Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year 2024 (Bar Pro Bono Awards). She practises in international criminal law, international human rights law and general crime from 33 Bedford Row Chambers where she is Head of International Law.
In the first of a series celebrating the Bar Pro Bono Award winners, Advocate introduces Tinessa Kaur, Samantha Hillas KC, Haydee Dijkstal and Joseph Sinclair who share the stories behind their awards
The beginning of the legal year offers the opportunity for a renewed commitment to justice and the rule of law both at home and abroad
By Louise Crush of Westgate Wealth Management sets out the key steps to your dream property
A centre of excellence for youth justice, the Youth Justice Legal Centre provides specialist training, an advice line and a membership programme
By Kem Kemal of Henry Dannell
By Ashley Friday of AlphaBiolabs
Providing bespoke mortgage and protection solutions for barristers
Joanna Hardy-Susskind speaks to those walking away from the criminal Bar
From a traumatic formative education to exceptional criminal silk – Laurie-Anne Power KC talks about her path to the Bar, pursuit of equality and speaking out against discrimination (not just during Black History Month)
Irresponsible use of AI can lead to serious and embarrassing consequences. Sam Thomas briefs barristers on the five key risks and how to avoid them
Yasmin Ilhan explains the Law Commission’s proposals for a quicker, easier and more effective contempt of court regime
James Onalaja concludes his two-part opinion series
