EXETER drinks event!! Weds 17th May, 5pm, Cosy Club. Join The Hon Mrs Justice Judd; Jo Martin KC and WCWF for chats and drinks #networking #wcwf #judiciary #womeninlaw RSVP please😃

Congratulations to all those who had final round Pupillage interviews with us on Saturday. Good luck (from a sunny Plymouth) to all pupillage candidates across the jurisdiction for whom Friday morning must seem a long time away. #pupillage

Any criminal barrister who undertakes pre-recorded (s.28) cross-examination work: * HMCTS are rolling out a new portal 🆕 * Bye Vodafone 👋 * HELLO new portal: it’s called PRE 📼 * No need to ‘book’ slots ✅ * Editing easier and faster ⏰ * Roll out expected later this year 🍂

Our Wellbeing Certificates have been relaunched today. Sam Mercer said: “We are delighted to award the new Wellbeing Certificates in recognition for outstanding work to improve wellbeing at the Bar." 34 certificates have been awarded, more info here - barcouncil.org.uk/resource/new-w…

Devon Chambers is excited to welcome the newest member to our clerking team, Louise Pollin. Louise joined Devon Chambers in May 2023 and is responsible for all criminal clerking matters and will be a valuable asset to the clerking team. Welcome Louise!

Congratulations to Dame Sue Carr as she becomes the first woman to be Lord Chief Justice in England and Wales. With her long and distinguished record of service to justice and the rule of law, I know she will discharge her new responsibilities with ability, fairness and wisdom.

🗣️ Devon Chambers is delighted to announce that Victoria Bastock will be joining us as a Tenant from Monday 3rd July 2023. Vicky will add to the strength of our Crime and Regulatory Teams. #devonchambers #legal #barrister #law #crimeteam

Victoria Bastock joins Devon Chambers’ Crime Team. devonchambers.co.uk/people/victori…

We are pleased to have been asked by Government to undertake a review of defences to homicide in the context of domestic abuse, as recommended by Clare Wade KC. We look forward to agreeing the terms and scope of the project soon. Read more here: gov.uk/government/new…

Funded Mini-Pupillages with Devon Chambers. Applications Open on 1st October 2023. A great opportunity for future barristers to experience what life is like at the Bar. ⁦The Western Circuit⁩ devonchambers.co.uk/mini-pupillage/

William Hillier celebrates being ranked by the Legal 500 - 2024 #congratulations David Burgess #legalexcellence magdalenchambers.co.uk/william-hillie…

Many congratulations to Judith Constable on her The Legal 500 UK success! #regulatorycrime #devonchambers #barrister

Reminder that Circuit Leaders are here to support members of the Bar who encounter harassment, bullying and other inappropriate behaviour.

For those considering applying for silk this year, there is a KCA outreach event that may be of assistance kcappointments.org/events/?s=09

Our article in Counsel Magazine on our new mentoring programme The Western Circuit .

Western Circuit Women's Forum Counsel Magazine The Western Circuit . Superb work. As always. You are a sorted thinking circuit

Good luck to all the candidates coming for first round pupillage interviews today. Try not to be nervous, we want you to be the best you can be.

Excellent. Operation Early Dawn.

Congratulations to Hetty Summerhayes on the successful completion of her pupillage! Everyone at DC is delighted to welcome her as a permanent member of the team!

Are you an aspiring barrister? 🗞️ Counsel magazine's Student Guide will equip you with inspiration, knowledge and reassurance to help you channel your talent in the most positive and effective way. Read this year's guide to hear barristers' insights and experiences, have your