Barristers are specialist legal advisers and Court room advocates.  They are independent and objective and trained to advise clients on the strengths as well as the weaknesses of their case.  They have specialist knowledge and experience in and out of Court which can make a substantial difference to the outcome of a case.

In several cases, early advice could save you the cost and worry of an unnecessary trial.  A high proportion of civil cases are settled out of Court and instructing a Barrister greatly strengthens the client's hand at negotiation.  Even at a trial, whether in a Civil or Criminal Court, a well argued case will impress a Judge. Good cross-examination will impress the jury.  A Barrister's training in advocacy could make a big difference to the outcome of a case.

What is a QC?

A limited number of Senior Barristers are made Queen's Counsel as a mark of outstanding ability.  They are normally instructed in very serious or complex cases.  Most Senior Judges once practised as QCs.