Many have time to diversify or develop their outside interests as second careers. The Bar offers the opportunity to practise the law in a truly academic fashion. For those still studying at university this may not seem attractive. But as a practising barrister you will really have the chance to grapple with the law. You will be working at the heart of a growing, dynamic discipline.
Many solicitors find that for much of their day they are working in a business advisory role.
Barristers hone the law. They are at the cutting edge of the legal process. They are not administrators or paper-pushers. Traditionally, it's the big personalities who want to go to the Bar. Supremely self-confident, they rather enjoy showing off and being the centre of attention.