There is contact with a wide range of clients. Geographic availability Jobs are available in most areas Mainly based in London or in large towns and cities on the circuits. Lifestyle implications Dark, formal dress and appropriate behaviour is required. Cases must be accepted so conflict of principles possible. Work is often stressful.
Career breaks are possible, part-time work less so.
The balance of new entrants is much more equal. A conversion course can be taken by non-law graduates. An honours degree is the minimum entry qualification. A pre-entry postgraduate qualification is essential Bar Vocational Course of the Council of Legal Education offered by seven institutions nationwide. This is not possible or unlikely An honours degree is essential.