Disability and the Bar
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Representing students and members of the Bar with physical and mental disabilities | [email protected]
Joined July 2020
My interview with @thetimes about the @ForWomenScot Supreme Court judgment, the @EHRC Code of Practice and what the government needs to do to clear up the mess https://t.co/njIfNP3Doa
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Akua Reindorf, former commissioner at the Equality and Human Rights Commission, said that the war on self-ID has been won — now it’s about the backlash
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💼We are hiring: We have an exciting new opportunity for a full-time Marketing Administration Assistant to join our Liverpool team. To find out more and to apply, please visit our website: https://t.co/DstXaGrkMp
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Inner Temple's Insight Birmingham ℹ️ To gain insight into a career in law and the life of a barrister! 🗓️ Monday 26 January, 6pm 📍 Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre, Smallbrook Queensway, Birmingham B5 4EW 🔗 https://t.co/YI0isJjwte
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A lawyer’s card! Wishing everyone a very happy Xmas. 🥰🥰
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Wishing all our colleagues, clients and your families a very #MerryChristmas and #HappyNewYear🎄✨ The team at @outertemple extends the warmest wishes for a joyful holiday season and a successful 2026. Many thanks to each of you for your support throughout this year.
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⭐ Mental health professionals: Join BIHR, Leigh Day Solicitors & Lived Experience Expert Charli Clement for an expert-led session on implementing the new Mental Health Act through a human rights lens. 🗓️ 20 Jan 2026 ⏰ 9.30–10.45am 💻 Online 👉 https://t.co/553YIGG1M8
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Disability History Month, which draws to a close today, is an opportunity to reflect on the progress made for disability rights and for us all to act on what we can do to support disability equality. Our recent report, based on surveys of the largest 200 sets, established
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This audit has been designed by the Bar Council in consultation with the Bar Council’s Disability Panel. There are a wide range of physical and mental disabilities and this audit doesn’t cover...
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Friday reminder: Christmas is next week & pupillage season is intense. It’s okay to switch off 🎄 5 ways to log off: ❅ Set a log-off time ❅ Mute notifications ❅ Stop comparison scrolling ❅ Do something non-law ❅ Go outside Burnout helps no one 🫂
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Blackstone Chambers Pupilage Information Webinar! Please register your interest. Events will be allocated on a 1st come, 1st served basis. https://t.co/KicjiVTl4N
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We are excited to be attending the @targetjobsUK National Pupillage Fair 2025 on Saturday 22 November. @1kbwChambers @KelseyKatherine , @chartley11 , George Gordon, Helen Pomeroy, @VHalsall1KBW, Edward Wells, & Charles Richardson look forward to seeing you there! #pupillage
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I’m extremely grateful to have received the Rising Star Award for Disability in Sport - a moment I’ll remember forever. Thank you so much to Bernie Davies, the Mastering Diversity team, all the performers and speakers. #MasteringDiversityAwards #RisingStar #DisabilityInSport
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We are pleased to share that Jason Pitter KC was named the winner in the category of #CrimeSilks at the #ChambersUKBarAwards2025 last night at Old Billingsgate. This award reflects Jason’s exceptional advocacy, dedication, and standing within the profession. Congratulations!
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Mini-Pupillage at Henderson Chambers Gain real insight into life at the Bar, shadow members, attend court & explore varied practice areas. 🗓 Up to 3 days (shorter options available) 💷 Travel expenses + £200 bursaries offered Apply via Henderson Chambers’ website.
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We are delighted to welcome prospective future pupils to our Pre-Pupillage Open Events on 15 January in Leeds and 22 January in Newcastle. These events are a great opportunity to meet our members and staff in an informal setting where you can ask any questions you may have.
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The family court system plays a vital role in tackling violence against women and girls (VAWG) so we're calling for investment in, and reform of, the family justice system. Read this excellent write up of our new policy paper in the Guardian:
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Only 15% of families are eligible for legal aid which has led to huge swathes of UK becoming ‘legal advice deserts’, body says
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The idea that the actions of your incapacitated future self can override the otherwise binding decisions you make when you have capacity derives from Poole J in Re PW. Here's a worked-out example from the district courts. This is the result. https://t.co/fQKfj5mGAf
openjusticecourtofprotection.org
It seems to me that the judge was entitled to make the decision that P’s ADRT was invalid. That causes me concern because of what it means not just for P but for everyone else with ADRTs. Do our A…
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Serle Court will hold its annual online open evening for prospective pupillage applicants on 20 November 2025 at 6pm via Zoom. Register to attend: https://t.co/w3HSbKbsru
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Pre-Hearing Draft Orders: Procedure, Not Pressure By David York https://t.co/Owo186kg3Q via @OpenJusticeCoP
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Filing draft orders before hearings is not about ambushing the other side or influencing the judge. It is a procedural requirement.
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My hero?The Lawyer I Aspire to be? Named in a heartbeat-Mike Mansfield KC.I’ve been in thrall since 1988 when I joined Mike at Tooks Court.Thank-you to @itsalawyerslife for a wonderful evening full of friendship & the amazing people who had faith in & voted for me. It meant a lot
The big award of the evening was won by a big lawyer - big personality, big achievements, big impact, big in how she inspires others. Huge dynamism in a physically petite woman. It could only be @JoDQC from @4PBFamilyLaw Winner of The Lawyer You Aspire To Be
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Proudmans was founded after seeing survivors failed by a system that misunderstands domestic abuse. We built something different: survivor-focused from day one. We listen, we fight with compassion, courage, and expertise. Because it’s not just a case - it’s your life.
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