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Barrister - Working conditions

Roia Kōti

Working Conditions

Barristers work in offices, law firms, courts, libraries and from home. They may travel to attend court, talk to witnesses or view scenes relevant to a case. They also travel to conferences and seminars to keep up with changes to the law.
A High Court courtroom.

A High Court courtroom

Rob Murfitt and Melinda Mason in the High Court.

Rob Murfitt and Melinda Mason in the High Court

 

Equipment

Equipment barristers may use includes:
  • legal texts
  • law library resources, including online databases
  • relevant court case material
  • computers and legal document software
  • office equipment, including dictaphones
  • cellphones and fax machines.

 

Hours

Barristers usually work regular hours. However, they may also work long hours and weekends, particularly when preparing for a trial. Court hours are usually 10am to 5pm.

 

Nicolette Levy.

"Deadlines can be stressful, but if you're in court and something needs to be done, you just have to do it."

Nicolette Levy - Barrister

 

Contact with people

Barristers interact with a variety of people, including:
  • clients
  • witnesses
  • solicitors
  • other barristers and legal professionals
  • judges
  • police
  • court staff.

 

Nicolette Levy.

"Sometimes I'll be one of three or four people working on a case, so it's not a solitary job."

Nicolette Levy - Barrister

 
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Updated May 2009
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