The Barrister Group

When Harry and Stephen started Clerksroom in 2001, it was with a singular goal: to modernise the traditional chambers model, whilst still honoring the historic esteem of the Bar. The notion was simple: by developing software to connect barristers with clients, Clerksroom would reduce case management costs, bypass the need for physical rooms, and in turn, allow barristers to determine their own working patterns and fees. Today, The Barrister Group — Clerksroom's evolution — hosts over 250 barristers, 8 silks, and 40 in-house staff. With specialists in seven areas of law as well as a separate, direct-to-public subsidiary service, it's safe to say the group has come along way since its early days — with still more growth to come!

Need clerking support over the holidays? Our team is here to help. As a reminder, you can instruct counsel outside of our opening hours using our online booking portal, Chambers365. Simply sign up, confirm it’s you, and start booking. Register here: https://lnkd.in/evUFbBxg

In his latest article, barrister Azeem Ali unpacks credit hire and comprehensive insurance. Exploring higher court and county cases dealing with the issue, Azeem examines competing arguments and the question of whether a failure to use a comprehensive insurance policy is a failure to mitigate. #CreditHire

"David Isbister’s assistance in our mediation was integral to getting the settlement we did and he proved to be proactive and professional throughout.  His conversations with the client were extremely clear and detailed, leaving her in no doubt as to his role and purpose; and assisted with managing her expectations. Despite the time constraints and the difficulties with a ‘quirky’ office layout, David played a crucial role in getting a settlement that my client could live with." David Isbister is one of The Barrister Group's expert mediators, and regularly appears contentious probate and trust, claims against estates, and TOLATA disputes. Find out more about David and his mediation practice at: https://lnkd.in/eg2sKiKB

In the height of the busy holiday period, imagine if you could book counsel at any time — in or out of regular office hours.   Available 24/7/365, Chambers365 is the best way to keep us tucked in your back pocket for those unexpectedly busy days.   Registering is easy, intuitive, and takes just a few minutes before you’re ready to get booking. Sign up at: https://lnkd.in/evUFbBxg

“We’re just trying to be professional, and to make sure our barristers are looked after. I don't think there's anything particularly revolutionary with that." Stephen Ward talks scalability, reimagining the chambers model, and leading by example in the Get Briefed podcast. Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3V6BUW1 Apple: https://lnkd.in/ey7TZgeC

In October, The Court of Appeal handed down its judgment in ADP RPO Limited v Haycocks, rejecting the Employment Appeal Tribunal’s suggestion that “general workforce consultation” applies to small-scale redundancies. Employment specialist Christopher Howells reflects on the Court of Appeal’s decision. #EmploymentLaw

Our online booking portal is available 24/7 – making for a quick, intuitive way to instruct a barrister for your case. In fact, with a portfolio of eight specialist groups and coverage at every court in England and Wales, you’re guaranteed a solution on any reasonable instruction. Got an enquiry? Find a barrister at: https://lnkd.in/eVDae7Cc

New barrister apprenticeships approved, Bar Council doubles down on EDI, Legal funding crisis looms in London, and more in this week's Barrister Brief.

We’re fast approaching the festive period — but if you’re in need of clerking support over the holidays, we're still on hand to help.   As a reminder, you can instruct counsel at any time over the Christmas and New Year period using our online booking portal, Chambers365. Simply sign up, confirm it’s you, and get stuck in. https://lnkd.in/evUFbBxg