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What is a barrister?

What is a barrister?

A barrister is a lawyer who specialises in appearing in court.

Why choose a barrister?

Being a specialised court advocate, a barrister is best equipped to present your case in court effectively.

How are fees charged?

While there may be a perception that a barrister’s fees are very high, this is not necessarily the case. The barrister’s fees depend on a range of factors such as:

  • the level of skill and experience required

  • the complexity of the matter

  • the extent of out-of-court work required

What is the difference between a barrister and a solicitor?

A barrister must generally confine his work to appearing in court and doing work related to court.

A solicitor is generally permitted to provide legal advice in court and non-court related matters.

Do I need a solicitor when I engage a barrister?

In some non-complex matters, a barrister may be able to appear for you on a ‘direct access’ basis.

However, in lengthy and complex litigation a solicitor is required to instruct your barrister to ensure that your case is effectively and properly presented.

For more information, visit the website of the Victorian Bar to read â€˜Why use a barrister?’