{"product_id":"9781509989799","title":"Bewigged and Bewildered? A Guide to Becoming a Barrister in England and Wales","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBewigged and Bewildered?\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA Guide to Becoming a Barrister in England and Wales\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAdam Kramer KC | Joel Semakula\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eLaw \/ Legal Profession\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWritten by two practising barristers, this book offers a clear, accessible, and practical guide to the realities of life at the Bar. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA career as a barrister can seem shrouded in mystery, filled with complex traditions, jargon, and misconceptions that deter many potential candidates. Some believe the profession is out of reach, while others aspire to the Bar but lack clear guidance on navigating the path to qualification.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book demystifies the terminology, institutions, and traditions while looking candidly at the profession today. Featuring insights from barristers across a range of practice areas, it includes first-hand accounts of a typical week in the life of a junior barrister, offering honest and diverse perspectives on the realities of the job.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis fourth edition has been comprehensively updated to reflect the latest changes in Bar training, recruitment, and practice, including those brought about by COVID-19 lockdowns and advancing technologies. It includes expanded guidance on diversity and accessibility, work-life balance, remote hearings, and evolving career pathways. The book also provides step-by-step advice on securing work experience, funding Bar training, and succeeding in pupillage. For solicitors, overseas lawyers, and career changers, it explains how to transfer to the Bar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you are a student considering a legal career, a graduate preparing for pupillage, or a professional exploring a transition to the Bar, this essential guide provides the knowledge and insights to help you make informed decisions and take the next steps with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdam Kramer KC\u003c\/b\u003e is a barrister at 3 Verulam Buildings, UK.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJoel Semakula \u003c\/b\u003eis a barrister at Landmark Chambers, UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 June 2027\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloomsbury Academic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHart Publishing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9781509989799\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaperback softback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e336\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (oz): \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Academic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53976394072204,"sku":"9781509989799","price":26.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/lateknightbooks.com\/products\/9781509989799","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}