Guidance in relation to refusing work

Question 1

A barrister is NOT OBLIGED to accept any instructions other than a fee which is PROPER.
PROPER having regard to what?

( - 3 Points)

Answer 1

• the COMPLEXITY, LENGTH and DIFFICULTY
• his ABILITY, EXPERIENCE and SENIORITY
• EXPENSES he will incur

Question 2

How does the refusal to accept instructions affect PUPILS and PUPIL SUPERVISORS

( - 2 Points)

Answer 2

• A barrister who is a PUPIL SUPERVISOR must not let any such decision affect or disrupt the PUPILLAGE TRAINING which the pupil supervisor is OBLIGED to give.
• A pupil has a LEGITIMATE RIGHT to proper training irrespective of any such decision which a pupil supervisor may take.

NOTE:
Head of Chambers must ensure proper training is provided and arrangements are in place to meet such situations