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January 2025
Finance

It's a New (Tax-End) Year and it is also the ideal moment to review your current financial position, the long-term goals you have set yourself and the challenges you must overcome to reach them. So in light of this, Westgate Wealth asks you to take a couple of minutes to reflect on the questions in this article, and if you answer ‘no’ to any of them, now is the time to do something about it...

WESTGATE WEALTH: Are you asking the right questions when it comes to your financial plans?

December 2024
Clerking

The first step on the ladder traditionally into a Clerking role is that of a Junior Clerk whose daily tasks are vast and plentiful. Here from a current Junior Clerk on their roles and benefits of the role.

How many Women does it take to run a Chambers? Perspective of a Junior Clerk

December 2024
Clerking

In the second instalment of "How many Women does it take to run a Chambers?" we are thrilled to feature Michelle Celik, Knowledge Resources Manager at Twenty Essex. Michelle shares valuable insights into her role and extensive background in law, including her previous work with the Law Society, Magic Circle firms, and US law firms.

How many Women does it take to run a Chambers? Part 2

December 2024
Clerking

The roles within Chambers are now vast and varied and in addition to the clerks there is a large proportion of non-traditional clerking roles that are filled by women. Read here the first installment of our new series "How many Women does it take to run a Chambers?".

How many Women does it take to run a Chambers? Perspective of a Deputy Senior Clerk

September 2024
Career Progression

Catherine Brown practised as a barrister for nearly 15 years at Kings Chambers in Manchester and brings all of that experience with her into her coaching and training business, Skilful Conversation Limited. She gives insightful tips from a coaches perspective on how to properly manage your time and gives vital wisdom on recurring themes she finds appears during her coaching sessions...

The topics barristers bring to coaching…and the solutions they have found that might work for you too.

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August 2024
Finance

Have you considered your 'Plan B' if you fall ill or need to take prolonged time off from being a Barrister? Westgate Wealth explores the benefits of income protection and whether it is right for you...

WESTGATE WEALTH: Income Protection - A luxury or a necessity?

July 2024
Clerking

A unique perspective from a First Junior Clerk on balancing motherhood with a successful career. Read more from Nancy Rice, Joint First Junior Clerk at Temple Garden Chambers to learn the secret ingredient to having it all...

Lean on Me: Clerking from a Mother’s perspective

November 2023
Career Progression

In today's ever-evolving society, women across various professions are shattering glass ceilings and assuming leadership roles like never before. Orlagh Kelly, CEO of Briefed, is at the forefront of this movement, driving positive change for women. Let's delve into the story of Orlagh Kelly and her inspiring efforts to champion gender equality within the legal landscape.

Orlagh Kelly's Vision: Leading the Charge for Women in Law with HerBar and Briefed Partnership

November 2023
Women's Issues

Right to Equality has undertaken a two-year campaign to end the current presumption of contact within the family court. This blog written by Right to Equality Staff, Allison Quinlan and Safa Haroon explores this presumption as well as the concept of "Parental Alienation" and the how it can cause more harm than good, calling for a more nuanced and evidence-based approach to how the courts address family dynamics when such issues are raised. To learn more, read on...

Right to Equality’s Presumption of Contact Campaign

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October 2023
Finance

Brewin Dolphin explores different types of financial protection. Protecting your family from financial difficulties isn’t just about having savings and investments to provide for the long term. It’s also about ensuring your loved ones are provided for should the worst happen. It’s important to seek advice from an adviser because your options are unlikely to be clear cut. They can help you work out the right cover for your personal circumstances.

BREWIN DOLPHIN: How to protect your family’s financial future

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