LEGAL PERSONNEL - Barrister 8 markers PAPER 1 Flashcards
Role of barristers
most self employed or work for civil services or CPS.
will prepare legal documents, advise clients, negotiate on their behalf, and appear in court. Barristers have full ‘rights of audience’, meaning they can present a case in any court.
criminal cases: barristers will either defend D, or prosecute for the CPS. -instructed by solocitor
barrister will advise on the on the strength of the case against D. after case can advise to appeal.
After at least ten years of practicing, barristers can apply to be become a King’s Counsel
Explain how barristers are regulated/disciplined / explain how complaints against barristers will be handled
Bar Standards Board sets out a code of conduct for barristers and investigates any alleged breaches. they can also discipline a barrister if they breach
serious matters handles by disciplinary tribunal.
sanctions; A formal warning, further training, a fine, suspension from the bar, or disbarring entirely.
If a complainant is unhappy with the decision of the Bar Standards Board, the Legal Services Act 2007 allows a complaint to be made to the legal ombudsman
Barristers can also be sued for breach of contract or negligence if their quality of work is very poor (Hall v Simons)
