by Michael Wolkind | Nov 16, 2021 | Defence Law, Michael Wolkind QC
A barrister is someone who speaks in court and a solicitor is someone who advises you on legal matters. But the two professions do not always work together, and they are not always interchangeable. Barristers tend to be more like lawyers that specialize in courtroom...
by Michael Wolkind | Oct 25, 2021 | Defence Law, Michael Wolkind QC
A criminal barrister sits in court and tries to persuade a jury that their client is not guilty. In this role, the public will come up against them as they represent people who have been accused of committing crimes such as theft or fraud. This job has its challenges...
by Michael Wolkind | Sep 13, 2021 | Defence Law, Michael Wolkind QC
A judge in the United Kingdom has one of the most essential jobs on earth. They have an integral part of our society. They are responsible for many different roles, including ensuring that justice is served, upholding human rights, keeping people safe from harm, and...
by Michael Wolkind | Aug 19, 2021 | Defence Law, Michael Wolkind QC
The British legal system is known for its strict adherence to the rule of law and its adversarial process. The UK has a standard law system instead of the civil law systems found in many other countries. Common law is based on precedent, so an important part of it is...
by Michael Wolkind | Jul 22, 2021 | Defence Law, Michael Wolkind QC
The fact is that once you are a lawyer, you want to ensure you can practice law wherever you are in the world. It is not easy to do so but it can certainly help you to advance your career and ensure that you practice it wherever you go. Indeed, the law itself is a...
by Michael Wolkind | Jul 6, 2021 | Defence Law, Michael Wolkind QC
Law is a highly complex and competitive field. For anyone to succeed, they really do need to immerse themselves in study and networking. Listening to podcasts can be helpful for law students. It can help them to understand the nuts and bolts of practising, and to...