The University of York Bar Society

21/11/2017

Hi everyone, just to let you know that there are still seats available on the Bar table at the Careers Dinner. This is a great networking opportunity for those of you wishing to pursue a career as a barrister. It's also a lovely evening at a great venue, so don't miss out! If you're interested in a ticket, message Joanna Middlemass

10/03/2017

Thank you so much to all those who attended yesterday's bail application competition and a special congratulations to our winner, Hannah Moses!

We would like to thank all budding advocates who have attended our advocacy events so far this year and look forward to seeing you for more events next term.

22/02/2017

There are still places available for the Lincolns Inn Dinner.

Email the Bar Society to express your interest and for more information.

17/02/2017

For those who are considering applying for President of Bar Society (which is the Head of Bar position in the Law Society Committee) - the deadline is Tuesday 21st February!

16/02/2017

Thank you so much to those who attended yesterday's mock trial and a special well done to our winner, Charlotte!

We would like to thank Exchange Chambers and Howard & Byrne for running this event. It was an invaluable experience for students and hopefully can become a yearly occasion.

08/02/2017

The Bar Society is heading to the Supreme Court today with University of York Mooting Society and our four fantastic mooters!

07/02/2017

INNER TEMPLE QUESTION AND ANSWER DAY - 25 JUNE 2017

Inner Temple are holding a question and answer day to answer all your bar-related questions.

Workshops will be held on a variety of topics:
• Training for the Bar and the BPTC
• Funding and scholarships
• Writing a Legal CV
• Interview tips and tricks
• Life as a pupil, junior tenant and employed barrister
• Pupillage

The Question and Answer Day is free to attend, but advance booking is essential.

Places are allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.

If you wish to register for the event, please email the Bar Society or head straight to the page below:

https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form?EQBCT=d8168b39303b4da9ab95d6eeaeba591f

07/02/2017

INNER TEMPLE DINNER FOR THE UNIVERSITIES - 7TH MARCH

Inner Temple are holding a dinner for students interested in pursuing a career at the Bar.

The dinner will be held in the Inner Temple Hall, where you will have the opportunity to meet practising members to discuss the Bar.

The evening will start with a drinks reception at 6:30pm with doors opening at 6:15pm. It is expected to end at approximately 10:00pm.

The dress code is Black Tie or National Dress Preferred, but alternatively dark suits and dark shoes for both male and female will be suitable.

If you wish to book a place on this event, please contact the Bar Society at [email protected]

01/02/2017

GRAY'S INN ADVOCACY AND MENTORING OPPORTUNITIES - TALK AND DRINKS WITH BARONESS HALE

The Honourable Society of Gray's Inn are running two advocacy days in 2017. There are no charges to attend.

First event:

Dates -

Saturday 11th March 2017 University Advocacy Day for 2nd year law and GDL students

Saturday 21st October 2017 University Advocacy Day for 3rd or 4th year law students

This event will comprise a talk on advocacy from Mukul Chawla QC, Head of Chambers at 9-12 Bell Yard and students will also experience advocacy and ethics training from some of the most eminent advocates in the country such as Ali Bajwa QC, Sally Ann Hales QC, HHJ Lynn Tayton QC, Alex Milne QC and Christina Michalos.

There will be a drinks reception in Hall hosted by The Treasurer, Baroness Hale, Deputy President of the Supreme Court and to which Bar course students, pupils, practitioners and judges will be invited.

To apply for this event please follow the links below:

Saturday 11th March 2017- Application deadline is noon on Thursday 23 February 2017 https://www.graysinn.org.uk/calendar/university-advocacy-day-0

Saturday 21st October 2017 - Application deadline is noon on Thursday 5 October 2017 https://www.graysinn.org.uk/calendar/university-advocacy-day-1

Second event:

Dates -

Tuesday 9th May 2017 Mrs Justice Bobbi Cheema-Grubb

Tuesday 31st October 2017 Dinah Rose QC, Blackstone Chambers

Tuesday 14th November 2017 Professor Jane Stapleton, Master of Christ’s College, University of Cambridge

The second event is a Mixed Messes dinner. This is hosted by the Treasurer, Baroness Hale, Deputy President of the Supreme Court.

To apply: Visit the Gray’s Inn website - https://www.graysinn.org.uk/education/qualifying-sessions/booking/mixed-messes-application-form

Any questions, please contact the Bar Society.

This advocacy day is provided for university law students who are currently studying the 2nd year of their law degrees.

01/02/2017

There is still time to attend this exciting Lincolns Inn dinner!

Please email the Bar Society if you are interested.

06/01/2017

Those who wish to attend this event should email the Bar Society before Friday 17th February.

For any further information, please do not hesitate to contact the Society.

05/12/2016

LINCOLNS INN UNIVERSITY INFORMATION AND DINNER WEDNESDAY 22 MARCH 2017

Lincolns Inn will be holding a University Information Afternoon & Dinner on Wednesday 22 March for undergraduates interested in becoming barristers. This is not limited to those studying law.

The programme will begin at 4.30pm and you will hear from barristers on a range of subjects, including training, career opportunities and life at the Bar. The talks will be followed by a drinks reception and dinner. The formal part of the event will finish by 8.30pm, however, you are welcome to stay and mix with other attendees. The event is £20 per head.

Priority is given to first years, second years and also to those that have never attended an event such as this and who are interested in a career at the Bar.

Due to a large development project at the Inn, this event is only available for 6 individuals. Therefore if you are interested in this event, please email the Bar Society at [email protected] with your name and a few short lines as to why you should be chosen to attend.