Starting at the Bar
Samuel Griffith Chambers recognises the importance of supporting those starting out at the Bar, and is keen to welcome readers who are a good fit for the floor.
Reading at SGC
Readers are encouraged to interact with their more experienced colleagues, participate in floor activities and take full advantage of the floor’s genuine open-door policy.
Two fully equipped working areas in our library, ensuring each reader has their own space.
Full access to the floor’s library subscriptions, and a reduced licence fee for a twelve-month period to assist the transition to the Bar.
A solid history of accommodating readers after they complete their reading year, offering rooms for purchase or licence depending on availability and means.
Chambers welcomes expressions of interest from prospective readers who intend to undertake the Bar Practice Course. Applications are considered at any time, and applicants may apply at any stage of their journey to the Bar.
The criteria for determining applications include: a strong CV; support from the profession; an interest in criminal and quasi-criminal law; and whether the applicant shows promise as an advocate and has a personality suited to floor harmony.
Prospective readers will be invited to meet with members of the Board of Directors.
Letters of interest and CVs may be forwarded to the Clerk, Michael Wilcox, marked to the attention of the Directors.
Apply via the ClerkMeet our current readers on the Barristers page — filter by “Readers”.