From the Bar to the Bench: Barristers Transitioning into a Judicial Career
For many barristers, the pinnacle of their legal career lies in transitioning from the bar to the bench, where they can preside over cases and play a significant role in shaping the law. The shift from advocating for clients to making important legal decisions can be both challenging and rewarding. It requires a unique set of skills and experiences that only the practice of law can provide.
Barristers, who are specialized advocates practicing in common law jurisdictions, spend their careers representing clients in court, arguing their cases, and …