Role of barristers

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  • Barristers are self-employed legal advocates who practise out of chambers in court
  • What is the role of a barrister?
    Being briefed by a solicitor on behalf of a client or approached directly in certain civil matters
    Rights of audience in all courts to represent clients
    Acting as a specialist legal advisor; giving clients independent and objective advice
    Handling very serious cases (If appointed as King's Counsel)
    Drafting legal documents for court
    Working for the CPS or large businesses