BARRISTER

ANZSCO Code: 271111

Pleads cases before civil, criminal and industrial courts and other tribunals. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level

1

Specialistaion
  • Queen's Counsel
  • Senior Counsel (Aus)

Group: BARRISTERS

ANZSCO Code: 2711

BARRISTERS plead cases before civil, criminal and industrial courts and other tribunals.

Tasks Include
  • receiving written information in the form of briefs and verbal instructions concerning cases from Solicitors, other specialist Legal Professionals and clients
  • providing advice and written opinions on points of law
  • conferring with clients and witnesses in preparation for court proceedings
  • drawing up pleadings, affidavits and other court documents
  • researching statutes and previous court decisions relevant to cases
  • outlining the facts to the court, calling and questioning witnesses, and making addresses to the court to argue a client's case
  • providing opinion on complex legal issues
  • may draw up or settle documents
Occupations