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8DB is the integrated barristers chambers within the DAC Beachcroft group, founded and developed by industry-leading barristers to deliver an innovative in-house advocacy and advisory solution. Our aim is simple: to bring the services of the Bar directly to our clients. Our team of barristers and advocates, centrally clerked, works with both Insurer and corporate clients to provide the advisory, drafting, and advocacy services they might otherwise instruct chambers for. Our barristers have diverse expertise, collectively covering a wide range of practice areas, such as: Personal Injury; Clinical Negligence; Occupational Health / Disease; Inquests & Regulatory; Alternative Dispute Resolution; Costs; Employment. This position is flexible on location and we welcome applications from candidates from the Midlands or North West England. What you will do? Are you looking for hands-on experience in drafting, advocacy, and court work before pupillage? Opportunities like this are rare. This role offers supervision and training from experienced barristers, direct client interaction, and daily exposure to courtroom advocacy - all within a supportive environment.
Job Responsibility
Begin with a tailored training programme designed to build your knowledge of county court procedure, law, and litigation tactics
Progress to a shadowing period, learning from experienced team members through Drafting and case preparation, Court attendance, Reporting and analysis of cases
Once signed off, you’ll take on a variety of drafting, advisory, and court work, all under supervision, with a strong support network to help you grow
Requirements
Completed LLB (or equivalent) and BPTC (or equivalent)
Previous paralegal or litigation experience (particularly in one of our practice areas)
What we offer
High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance
A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
In person and remote social events
Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities