Where these jobs are in Australia
VIC | NSW | QLD | SA | WA | TAS | NT | ACT |
30.2% | 35.4% | 16.3% | 6.3% | 7.3% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 1.8% |
Source from: https://labourmarketinsights.gov.au/occupation-profile/barristers?occupationCode=2711
Job Summary of this Unit Group:
Barristers plead cases before civil, criminal and industrial courts and other tribunals.
Bachelor degree or higher qualification
Registration or licensing is required.
Detailed Tasks:
- 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
271111 Barrister ANZSCO
Pleads cases before civil, criminal and industrial courts and other tribunals. Registration or licensing is required.
Skill Level: 1
Skilled Occupations List: Long Term
Specialisations:
- Queen’s Counsel
- Senior Counsel
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