Barrister

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks

• receiving written information in the form of briefs and verbal instructions concerning cases from Solicitors other specialist Legal Professionals and clients
• providing advice and written opinions on points of law
• conferring with clients and witnesses in preparation for court proceedings
• drawing up pleadings affidavits and other court documents
• researching statutes and previous court decisions relevant to cases
• outlining the facts to the court calling and questioning witnesses and making addresses to the court to argue a client's case
• providing opinion on complex legal issues
• may draw up or settle documents

This industry is about helping people and making a difference. It can be a fulfilling career path, but definitely not an easy one. You need to be someone who is highly motivated and ambitious. Lawyers, barristers, solicitors are all great communicators; words are a lawyers tool or trade. You need to not only communicate well but write well and understand complex legal documents. There is no set path on becoming a lawyer, you don’t have to go straight from high school to a university law degree, you can decide later in life, or work while you are studying.

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