MTYBA

Middle Temple Young Barristers' Association


MTYBA & LYLG Winter Party 2023
Dec
2
6:00 PM18:00

MTYBA & LYLG Winter Party 2023

Join us for an enchanting Winter Party, A collaboration between the Middle Temple Young Barristers' Association and London Young Lawyers Group

Join us for a night to remember, where the sparkle of the snow-inspired decor mingles with the shimmer of the formal attire, fostering an atmosphere of togetherness and celebration within our esteemed legal community. Looking forward to loading up a plate with tasty bites or having a relaxed chat over drinks? We've got your cravings covered. Secure your place now and be part of this seasonal celebration.

Whether you find yourself swaying to the rhythm on the dance floor or engaging in insightful conversations over the melodies, the Winter Party offers an ideal setting for forging new professional relationships and strengthening contact with existing ones. Embrace the harmonious blend of exquisite music and vibrant conversations, as you make valuable connections within our legal community.

To ensure that the Winter Party remains accessible to all, regardless of financial constraints, we are committed to supporting social mobility. If you are facing financial challenges that may hinder your attendance, please contact us at committe@lylg.org.uk. We are dedicated to exploring options and making our events an inclusive and memorable experience for everyone in our legal community.

Dress code is black tie.

TICKETS HERE

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Oct
27
6:15 PM18:15

MTYBA Annual Dinner with guest speaker Chair of the Bar Nick Vineall KC

MTYBA'S Eighth Annual Dinner with Chair of the Bar Master Nick Vineall KC

If you have attended this event before, you know what to expect, if not, join us in celebration as we mark another year for the junior Bar at the Inn. We are honoured this year to be joined by guest speaker, Chair of the Bar Nick Vineall KC.

The dinner will be preceded by a drinks reception in the Queen's Room from 18:15 and we will be moving into the Parliament Chamber for dinner at 19:15. The dress code is Black Tie.

Tickets are available to MTYBA members and their non-MTYBA guests. Please provide us with your year of Call and Inn membership number when registering so we can confirm your details.

If you have any dietary requirements, please provide us with the full details when booking your ticket. You will also be given the opportunity to express names of individuals or groups you wish to be seated with at dinner.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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*MTYBA will subsidise the cost of travel to London in part for members on circuit. Please get in contact at enquiries@mtyba.org to arrange this.

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MTYBA Annual Advocacy Competition 2023
Oct
18
to Oct 20

MTYBA Annual Advocacy Competition 2023

We are pleased to announce that MTYBA is once again hosting its annual three-round advocacy competition where MTYBA members will have the opportunity to demonstrate their submission advocacy skills through a variety of different advocacy exercises.

The first rounds will take place on 18 October 2023 & 20 October 2023 at 6 PM - 7:30 PM in the Advocacy Suites at the Ashley Buildings.

The top 8 contestants will then be invited to participate in the penultimate rounds on 17 November 2023 at 6 PM - 7:30 PM, again in the Advocacy Suites.

The final round will take place on 1 December 2023 in the Sherrard Room at 6 PM. Catering will be available in the final round and it will be an excellent opportunity for MTYBA members to meet senior members of the Bar.

Participants will have the opportunity to demonstrate their advocacy skills in a variety of different areas of law.

All MTYBA members are eligible for this competition.

The first round can accommodate up to 32 participants, so we encourage you to sign up as soon as possible, before spaces run out!

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Please send any queries to
enquiries@mtyba.org

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Oct
8
9:30 AM09:30

MTYBA & MTSA Celebrate Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month on Wednesday 18 October with MTSA & MTYBA and hear from our esteemed speakers Professor Leslie Thomas KC and Abimbola Johnson. There will also be a screening of the short film ‘Death in Police Custody’ by award winning director Steven Levy.

Places are free but limited so book yours now not to miss out

Middle Temple members can book directly through the Inn’s event page

Non-members can book here

This event is worth one QS or CPD point.

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MTYBA Spring Social
Apr
28
6:00 PM18:00

MTYBA Spring Social

MTYBA invites all young lawyers to its spring social in the beautiful Middle Temple gardens in what we hope will be splendid weather!

Tickets here

MTYBA invites you to its first social of the year on Friday 28 April- a springtime party in the gardens of Middle Temple with use of the Garden Room.

There will be a champagne reception with canapes as we enjoy the gardens in full bloom and hopefully some good weather too. If we are not so lucky with the latter, the Garden Room is on stand by.

This event is open to all young lawyers and we hope to see those from across the legal profession join us. Guests welcome.

The dress code for this event is cocktail.

Please get in touch with any questions at enquiries@mtyba.org.

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MTYBA presents: Surviving Second Six
Mar
31
2:00 PM14:00

MTYBA presents: Surviving Second Six

Join us at 6pm on Wed 5 April for a panel discussion and Q&A with recent tenants to discuss what they wish they had known during pupillage…

Register here

Put your best foot forward as you start out on your feet

Join us at 6pm on Wednesday 5 April in the Prince’s Room at Middle Temple for a panel discussion and Q&A with:

· Alice Whyte – Gatehouse Chambers, 2019 Call (commercial, insolvency)

· Thomas Mallon – Henderson Chambers, 2019 Call (commercial, consumer)

· James Harrison – Six Pump Court, 2021 Call (crime, environment)

· Amy McClean – Gatehouse Chambers, Practice Manager

Please join us after the discussion for a drinks reception.

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 "Nevertheless, she persisted": MTYBA Celebrates International Women's Day
Mar
6
5:00 PM17:00

"Nevertheless, she persisted": MTYBA Celebrates International Women's Day

Celebrate International Women's Day at our panel event focussing on successful women in law who persisted in the face of challenge.

Tickets here

Join us at 6.30pm for a 6.45pm start in the Prince's Room at Middle Temple on Thursday 9th March for our International Women's Day 2023 event: "Nevertheless, she persisted". This will be a panel discussion featuring stories of successful women at the Bar and how they got there by overcoming any obstacles that stood in their way.

The expression "nevertheless, she persisted" was made famous in late 2017 and became a rallying cry for women around the world when United States Senator Elizabeth Warren was forced to stop speaking halfway through her speech on the floor of the Senate during the confirmation of US Attorney General Jeff Sessions. Warren was critising Sessions' civil rights record when her microphone was cut off.

Warren was rebuked by Senator Mitch McConnell who remarked:

"Senator Warren was giving a lengthy speech. She had appeared to violate the rule. She was warned. She was given an explanation. Nevertheless, she persisted."

This event adopts "nevertheless she persisted" as its title to stimulate a discussion around women in law who faced barriers on their path to success but nevertheless, persisted anyway.

We hope you join us in the celebrations whether that be in person or online. For in person ticket-holders, there will be a buffet and drinks reception after the event at 8.00pm.

About our panellists

Alice de Coverley

Alice is a specialist education, equality, and public law barrister at 3PB chambers. Alice has significant experience working with children and young people with disabilities, severe mental health conditions, special educational needs and those who have experienced sexual violence. She is passionate about education law and children’s rights. She is highly experienced in bringing and defending claims involving breaches of the Equality Act 2010 by education providers.

Alice has been ranked in the directories for three consecutive years for her education specialism. She is on the legal reference panel for the Centre for Women’s Justice, providing advice and representation to organisations supporting girls experiencing sexual violence. Alice has contributed to significant publications including as co-author of ‘A Practical Guide to the Law in relation to School Exclusions’ and ‘Patterson & Karim on Judicial Review’ (Lexis, 2019), heading up the Education Law chapter. Alice is champion of Neurodiversity in Law and has recently been appointed to its Executive Board. We are thrilled to host Alice and look forward to hearing her perspective.

Christina Warner

Christina Warner is a family and animal protection specialist at 33 Bedford Row. Having been described by her clients as a “powerful” advocate with a “human touch”, Christina has raised awareness of the needs of LGBTQ+ people, Latinx communities and disabled people accessing the family courts as well as promoting their rights generally through pro bono contributions to charities and projects. Having also been recognised as a “pioneer” in the field of animal protection law, Christina has fought to bring attention to the link between violence towards animals and children and domestic abuse.

Christina is a champion of diversity and inclusion at the Bar and was recognised 2022 in the ‘Disability Power 100’ list alongside many talented campaigners and activists. In 2023, Christina was nominated and announced as a finalist at the ‘Lexis Nexis Legal Awards for Diversity and Inclusion’ for her work representing the disabled community, her focus on the need for greater representation, and access to justice. We are delighted to have Christina on our panel.

Elaine Banton

Elaine is a Middle Temple Bencher and leading employment law specialist at 7BR chambers practising across the whole range of employment, equality, and discrimination law matters. She is recognised in the directories as an “insightful advocate” and is regularly instructed in high profile and impactful cases. In November 2021, Elaine was featured as ‘The Lawyer’s Barrister of the Week’ in relation to a widely reported discrimination case. In 2009, she was named a ‘Pro Bono Hero’ by the Attorney General’s Office. Elaine is a powerful advocate for equality and social mobility. She is an elected member of the Bar Council and sits as Co-chair of its Equality, Diversity and Social Mobility Committee. She also sits on the General Management Committee and is a member of the Inns of Court Alliance for Women.

Elaine speaks, writes and broadcasts regularly on her specialist areas of the law for various publications. She is a contributor for Harvey Industrial Relations and Employment Law, co-author of Division J Family Matters and co-authored the chapter on Human Rights and Employment Law for Tolley’s Employment Law. We are thrilled to host Elaine at our IWD celebration.

Mary Prior KC

Mary Prior was appointed as Queen’s Counsel in 2017 and is a bencher at Gray’s Inn. She is recognised in the Legal 500 with a reputation for being a powerful, persuasive advocate who commands the respect of the court room. Mary has expertise in homicide cases, particularly those involving complex medical evidence. Mary has worked with academics researching questioning techniques for vulnerable witnesses and runs the RASSO training for the Midland Circuit.

Mary does a tremendous amount of work to support aspiring barristers especially those from non-traditional backgrounds. She regularly visits schools to assist with preparation for career interviews and is a mentor to law students and young advocates. Mary has several notable appointments including as Gray's Inn Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, Co-chair of Women in Law on the Midland circuit, a trustee of Bringing (Dis) Ability to the Bar and as a Champion of Neurodiversity in Law- to name a few. We are delighted to host Mary on our panel who will be appearing via video link.

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Oct
21
6:15 PM18:15

MTYBA's Seventh Annual Dinner with guest speaker, HHJ Khatun Sapnara

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Our Guest Speaker

Her Honour Judge Khatun Sapnara is a Circuit Judge and is authorised to act as a Judge of the High Court. She sits at the Central London Family Court and Kingston Crown Court, presiding over family and criminal law cases.

Judge Sapnara was the first person of Bangladeshi heritage to be appointed to a senior judicial post and she is the most senior Muslim woman in the judiciary. She was described by the Times newspaper as “commanding, authoritative and compassionate”. She serves on selection panels for the Judicial Appointments Commission and is a Trustee at the charity “Pause”. She was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from Royal Holloway (University of London) and is an Honorary Fellow at the University of East London University.

Event Details

If you have attended this event before, you know what to expect, if not, join us in celebration as we mark another year for the junior Bar at the Inn.

The dinner will be preceded by a drinks reception in the Queen's Room from 18:15 and we will be moving into the Parliament Chamber for dinner at 19:00. The dress code is Black Tie.

Tickets are available to MTYBA members and their non-MTYBA guests. Please provide us with your year of Call and Inn membership number when registering so we can confirm your details.

If you have any dietary requirements, please provide us with the full details when booking your ticket. You will also be given the opportunity to express names of individuals or groups you wish to be seated with at dinner.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Oct
17
6:30 PM18:30

MTYBA & MTSA Black History Month Celebration

Please join us at Middle Temple on 17th October 2022 for an evening of inspiration, celebration and networking. This is Middle Temple's annual Black History Month event(BHM)!

The esteemed panel will feature :-

1) Laurie-Anne Power KC from 25 Bedford Row Chambers

2) Bibi Badejo from 4 Brick Court Chambers

3) Stephen Lue from Garden Court Chambers

4) Natasha Shotunde from Garden Court

This will be a panel event, followed by a question and answer section and networking. Our speakers will share about their own personal journeys and careers at the bar, the pioneering work they have done regarding diversity, and the significance of Black History Month to them. We will have music, food, networking and much more!

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Jul
26
6:30 PM18:30

Disabled Lawyer and Proud: Live at the Honourable Society of Middle Temple

Join us as we host a live Disabled Lawyer and Proud event and celebrate Disability Pride Month!

About this event

This Disability Pride Month, disabled practitioners from across the legal sector are declaring that they are a #disabledlawyerandproud through interviews and articles for the Association of Disabled Lawyers. This campaign is designed to enhance the visibility of disabled lawyers across the legal sector raise awareness of the obstacles disabled lawyers experience, share ideas to address these issues, demonstrate the ways disabled people can work in the legal sector, and encourage disabled students to pursue careers in the legal professions. The campaign interviews and articles can be found at: www.disabledlawyers.co.uk/disabledlawyerandproud.

Disabled Lawyer and Proud is going live as part of a collaboration between the Association of Disabled Lawyers, Middle Temple Young Barristers and Middle Temple Students Association. Join us as we bring together a collection of the esteemed participants to Middle Temple for a question and answer session.

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Mar
10
6:30 PM18:30

“How far have we come?” – A Celebration of Women at the Bar

MTSA, MTYBA and the Hall Committee invite you to join us for an evening to celebrate the current generation of women at the Bar.

About this event

2022 marks 100 years since the first women were called to the Bar. To mark that anniversary and International Women’s Day MTSA, MTYBA and the Hall Committee invite you to join us for an evening to celebrate the current generation of women at the Bar on 10th March 2022 from 6:30pm to 8pm.

Our panel will include women at all stages of the profession, from Bar students to judges, who will discuss their own careers, how far women have come in the last 100 years, and how far we are from achieving equality. There will also be an opportunity to network and view a small exhibition of items from the Inn’s archive which showcase the journey of women members of the Inn in the last 100 years.

Speakers will include HHJ Khatun Sapnara, (Middle Temple Bencher and Co-Convenor of the Inns of Court Women's Alliance); Eleanor Tack (Head of Marshalling for Bridging the Bar ) and other speakers TBC.

About the Panellists:

Master Khatun Sapnara

Her Honour Judge Khatun Sapnara is a Circuit Judge and Deputy High Court Judge. The Times described her as judge who is “seen in the profession as commanding, authoritative and compassionate”. Her career has also seen her break new ground.

15 years ago she became the first person of Bangladeshi origin to reach a senior judicial position when she was appointed a crown court recorder. She was instrumental in the creation of the Forced Marriage (Civil Protection) Act 2007.

Eleanor Tack

Eleanor is a GDL student at BPP. Before beginning the GDL, Eleanor worked with the French Red Cross reuniting families separated through conflict and migration. In August 2020, along with a group of young barristers, she launched Bridging the Bar and has since pioneered the first UK Supreme Court Internship.

Christina Warner

Christina Warner is a family and animal protection barrister at Goldsmith Chambers. Having been described by her clients as a “powerful” advocate with a “human touch”, Christina has raised awareness of the needs of LGBTQ+ people, Latinx communities and disabled people accessing the family courts as well as promoting their rights generally through pro bono contributions to charities and projects. Having also been recognised as a “pioneer” in the field of animal protection law, Christina has fought to bring attention to the link between violence towards animals and children and domestic abuse.

Master Elaine Banton

Elaine Banton is an experienced, highly regarded barrister practising across the whole range of employment, equality and discrimination law matters appearing regularly at all levels of tribunals and courts including the High Court and Court of Appeal.

Recognised in the Directories, Elaine is regularly instructed in high value and complex trials. Her client base includes the arts, media, global financial institutions and high net worth individuals as well as group claims. She also has experience of executive termination, restrictive covenants and injunctions.

Often appearing in high profile, impactful cases, Elaine was featured as The Lawyer’s Barrister of the Week in November 2021 regarding a widely reported discrimination case.

Elaine speaks, writes and broadcasts regularly on her specialist areas of the law for various practice publications. She is a contributor for Harvey Industrial Relations and Employment Law, co-author of Division J Family Matters and co-author of the chapter on Human Rights and Employment Law for Tolley’s Employment Law.

Elaine is the Co-Chair of the Bar Council’s EDSM Committee, is an elected member on the Bar Council’s GMC and is a member of the ICAW Committee.

The event is open to all members of the Inn. Please note this is a hybrid event!

The venue is The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple, Parliament Chambers if attending in person. However, the event will also be streamed online and recorded. A copy of the footage will be made available on the middle temple website afterwards.

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Jan
23
to Feb 9

MTYBA Pupillage Application Review Scheme

Ahead of the Pupillage Gateway deadline on 9 February 2022, we are launching MTYBA’s first Pupillage Application Review Scheme.

The aim is to pair a MTYBA member who is applying for pupillage (‘the applicant’) with someone who has successfully secured and or completed pupillage (‘the reviewer’). The reviewer will read through and provide feedback on one of the applicant’s written forms, either orally or in writing.

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Dec
20
to Dec 22

MTYBA 2022 Committee Elections - Cast Your Vote Now

MTYBA 2022 Committee Elections 🗳️

E-voting deadline: Midnight on Wednesday 22 December 2021

The nominations for the MTYBA 2022 Committee Election have been received and voting has now opened for the contested posts. Links to the candidate profiles and ballot paper are below.

Before voting please read the following important information:

  • E-voting is now open and closes at midnight on Wednesday 22 December 2021.

  • Only MTYBA members are eligible to vote.

  • You do not have to cast a vote for every post.

  • Each post also has the option of voting to re-open nominations ("RON") if you are not satisfied with any of the candidates standing for post.


Candidate profiles can be read here.

The ballot paper can be accessed
here.

Please submit any queries concerning the election to the Returning Officer at mtybareturningofficer2021@gmail.com.

MTYBA Returning Officer 2021

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Dec
9
7:00 PM19:00

Screening of Ballet Black's Eightfold

The Hall Committee, MTYBA and MTSA invite you to sit back and enjoy a screening of Eightfold, a Channel 4 commission of solo performances from the dancers of the multi-award-winning Ballet Black and featuring some of the most exciting choreographic talent from around the world.

Eight dancers, eight choreographers, each pair illustrating one of eight themes: Rage, Courage, Hope, Joy, Strength, Love, Passion, Power.


The screening will be followed by a Q&A session with Althea Efunshile CBE, Chair of Ballet Black and Cassa Pancho MBE, Artistic Director.

You can view the trailer to Eightfold here. This event is free to attend for Benchers, Hall and Student members, staff and guests but registration is essential.

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Dec
3
to Dec 4

MTYBA, LYLG and W&H Law Society Christmas Party 2021

When: Friday 03 December from 18:30 until late
Where: Middle Temple Hall
Booking: NOT REQUIRED for MTYBA members, their guests and colleagues.
Dress Code: Lounge Suits & Cocktail Dresses
Featuring:

  • Live band

  • Limited free drinks

  • Free food

  • Candy floss & Chocolate fountain

  • Magician

  • Festive Photobooth

Entry is free to MTYBA members, their friends and colleagues but spaces are limited so please arrive early to avoid disappointment. We are excited to see you there!

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Dec
1
to Dec 12

MTYBA 2022 Committee Elections - "Deadline for Nominations Extended"

Nomination deadline EXTENDED for
MTYBA's 2022 Committee Elections 🗳️

An update

  • MTYBA has extended the deadline for nominations to now close on Saturday 11 December at 23:59, to make running for positions accessible for our membership. There will be no requirement to attend the AGM in person and voting will take place via email only. We encourage all of our membership to stand for positions. Please also see the amended timetable below.

Key info:

  • Term of office: 2022 calendar year.

  • Eligibility: MTYBA membership starts at the date of Call to the Bar by Middle Temple and continues through to the later of: seven years post-Call or seven years post-pupillage. Any member of MTYBA may stand and vote.

  • Candidates may stand for no more than two positions.

  • Voting will take place via email ONLY.

  • You may only vote once via email.

  • The results will annouced by email.

Amended Timetable:

  • Nominations EXTENDED and will now close at 23:59 on Saturday 11 December

  • Ballots will be published on Sunday 12 December

  • Voting by electronic ballot via email opens on Sunday 12 December

  • Voting by electronic ballot via email closes at 23:59 on Sunday 19 December

  • Results will be announced on Monday 20 December

How to stand:

  • Send your full name, email address, Middle Temple membership number, year of Call, list of positions standing for (no more than 2), and a short biography (max 200 words) by email to the Returning Officer at mtybareturningofficer2021@gmail.com by 23:59 on Saturday 11 December.

How to vote:

  • Look out for an email to all MTYBA members on on Sunday 12 December

  • Vote electronically by 23:59 on Sunday 19 December

Offices being contested:

  • President

  • Vice-President

  • Treasurer

  • Secretary

  • Social Secretary

  • Communications Officer

  • Tenancy Officer

  • Employed Bar Representative

  • Pupillage Officer

  • Pre-Pupillage Officer

  • Advocacy Officer

  • Diversity and Inclusion Officer

  • Northern Circuit Chair

  • Welsh Circuit Representative

  • Western Circuit Representative

  • North Eastern Circuit Representative
     

 

Questions? Issues? Please contact the Returning Officer on mtybareturningofficer2021@gmail.com.

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Nov
5
7:00 PM19:00

MTYBA Annual Dinner 2021 - Book Now!

MTYBA are thrilled to announce the date for the next Annual Dinner to be held on 5th November 2021.

We are honoured to be hosting guest speaker Master Fabian Picardo, Chief Minister of Gibraltar.

Our Guest Speaker

The Hon Fabian Picardo QC MP, Chief Minister of Gibraltar was elected as a Middle Temple Bencher on 31.10.2018.

Fabian Picardo became Chief Minister on 9 December 2011. He has continued as Chief Minister following his second General Election win on 27 November 2015. The Chief Minister is head of Her Majesty’s Government of Gibraltar and is ultimately responsible for the policy and decisions of the Government. He is also Minister for Finance and oversees the operation of the Civil Service and public sector as a whole. He was born and educated in Gibraltar and graduated in Jurisprudence from Oriel College, Oxford in 1993. He attended the Inns of Court School of Law and was called to the Bar in 1994. He was a Partner in the Gibraltar law firm Hassans before becoming Chief Minister.

Elected Leader of the Gibraltar Socialist Labour Party (GSLP) in April 2011, succeeding Joe Bossano who had led the GSLP since 1976 (Chief Minister 1988-96).

Event Details

If you have attended this event before, you know what to expect, if not, join us in celebration as we mark another year for the junior Bar at the Inn.

The dinner will be preceded by a drinks reception in the Queen's Room from 18:15 and we will be moving into the Parliament Chamber for dinner at 19:00. The dress code is Black Tie.

Tickets are available to MTYBA members and their non-MTYBA guests. Please provide us with your year of Call and Inn membership number when registering so we can confirm your details. 

If you have any dietary requirements, please provide us with the full details when booking your ticket. You will also be given the opportunity to express names of individuals or groups you wish to be seated with at dinner.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Nov
3
6:30 PM18:30

'Pro Bono: what does the future hold?'

Join MTYBA, LYLG and JLSLA who will be hosting 'Pro Bono: what does the future hold?' on Junior Lawyers Day as part of Pro Bono week 2021.

Pro Bono: what does the future hold?

Join us, the Middle Temple Young Barristers' Association (MTYBA), London Young Lawyers Group (LYLG), and the Junior London Solicitors Litigation Association (JLSLA) on Wednesday 03 November between 6.20 - 9.30pm in the Parliament Chamber at Middle Temple for a panel discussion, followed by networking and refreshments.

Alex Chalk QC, Solicitor General, will kick start the event with a welcome speech. The panel will then reflect on past initiatives that junior lawyers have participated in, look forward to what the future holds for pro bono work, and look at the reasons why it's crucial for junior lawyers to get involved.

Our panellists for the event are:

  • Michael Polak, MTYBA President and barrister at Church Court Chambers

  • Laura Bell, trainee solicitor at Ashurst LLP

  • Jessica Tagg, Pro Bono associate at Reed Smith LLP

The panel will be chaired by Calum Doherty, Solicitor at DAC Beachcroft and LYLG committee member.

Tickets are FREE but limited- so book your spot now!

We look forward to seeing you at the event.

MTYBA, LYLG and JLSLA Committees

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Oct
18
7:30 PM19:30

MTYBA & MTSA Black History Month

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Overview:

Please join the MTSA & MTYBA for another memorable Black History Month celebration on the 18th October 2021 from 7pm to 9pm. Middle Temple is hosting an Exhibition on black and ethnic minority Middle Templars a speech will be made regarding the Exhibition. The panel of speakers will consist of Dr Louise Hewitt, Elaine Banton, Abimbola Johnson and a representative from the Equal Justice Initiative.  

Master Elaine Banton of 7 Bedford Row Chambers is addressing the significance of the Black Lives Matter movement one year on and the work of the Bar Council Race Working Group, Race Summit and the initiatives advancing greater diversity and inclusion at the Bar.

Master Elaine Banton of 7 Bedford Row Chambers is addressing the significance of the Black Lives Matter movement one year on and the work of the Bar Council Race Working Group, Race Summit and the initiatives advancing greater diversity and inclusion at the Bar.

Dr Louise Hewitt of the Innocence Project London, will be speaking about the experience of black men convicted under joint enterprise coupled with how the IPL empowers students to make change in the Criminal Justice System.

Dr Louise Hewitt of the Innocence Project London, will be speaking about the experience of black men convicted under joint enterprise coupled with how the IPL empowers students to make change in the Criminal Justice System.

Abimbola Johnson is a member of 25 Bedford Row. Abi will speak about her role as Chair of the scrutiny board who are undertaking work on the police actions plan on race and inclusion. She also has extensive knowledge of problems with the Criminal Justice system, black lives matter, etc.

Abimbola Johnson is a member of 25 Bedford Row. Abi will speak about her role as Chair of the scrutiny board who are undertaking work on the police actions plan on race and inclusion. She also has extensive knowledge of problems with the Criminal Justice system, black lives matter, etc.

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Ashley Adams, EJI Staff Attorney, earned a B.A. from Vanderbilt University in 2008 and graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 2011. Prior to joining EJI in 2017, she was Assistant Public Defender and District Court Supervisor for the Tuscaloosa County Office of Public Defender, represented indigent clients as a trial attorney with Jefferson County Public Defender’s Community Law Office in Birmingham, Alabama, and conducted civil litigation as an associate attorney at Gaines Gault Hendrix, P.C., in Birmingham. She will be discussing the United States history of racial injustice and failure to confront this history and how this failure has shaped their legal system today.

We will have a performance by talented artist Emmanuel Dakoru-Whyte and superb pianist Elliot Adgomar. We will also be serving authentic cuisine. There will be opportunity for attendees to network and socialise after the speakers conclude and the audience both online and in person can ask the panel questions. 


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