LEGAL/COMPLIANCE

2521-11 Barrister

Pleads cases before civil, criminal and industrial courts and other tribunals.

Skill Level:

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

• receives written information in the form of briefs and verbal instructions concerning cases from solicitors, other specialist law professionals and clients
• provides advice and written opinions on points of law
• confers with clients and witnesses in preparation for court proceedings
• draws up pleadings, affidavits and other court documents
• researches statutes and previous court decisions relevant to cases
• outlines the facts to the court, calls and questions witnesses, and makes addresses to the court to argue a clients case
• provides opinion on complex legal issues
• may draw up or settle documents
  
  

  Specialisations:
  Queens Counsel