QEB Hollis Whiteman is proud to continue its commitment to widening access to the Bar through its partnership with Bridging the Bar charity. As part of the initiative, members of chambers play a leading role in designing and delivering specialist advocacy training for Bridging the Bar candidates – equipping aspiring barristers with skills, insight and confidence required for successful legal careers at the Bar.

The programme is led by Paul Wakerley of QEB Hollis Whiteman, who heads up the organisation and delivery of the training. Members of chambers assisted in delivering the training include Allison Clare KC, Karen Robinson, Ruth Broadbent, Zara Brawley and Nora Nanayakkara.

The training centres around the advocacy element likely to be encountered during pupillage interviews.  It is designed to help the candidates develop the skills that they need to secure a pupillage by excelling in interview. Participants discuss submissions, perform advocacy and receive feedback, all aimed at strengthening their ability, presentation and professional development.

For further information on Bridging the Bar, visit: https://bridgingthebar.org/