- 15,000 barristers in England and Wales, supervised by the Bar Council
- Most are self employed but share costs by working together in chambers
- Some are employed by businesses and some are sole practitioners
Advocacy (Speaking on someone's behalf):
- Representing clients in court, criminal and civil cases.
Conferences:
- Hold conferences with their client to discuss certain aspects of their case. Often on the day of the hearing (Also when many will meet their barrister for the first time).
Opinions:
- Write opinions on instruction of a solicitor.
- Give their views on strengths and weaknesses of a case, evidence, law etc.
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