Introduction by The Rt Hon Sir Brian Leveson, Master Treasurer of The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple. Monday 9 November 2020 (recorded Wednesday 4 November 2020).
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Examining the turbulent effects of the Civil War on the Inn - member fought against member and Bencher against Bencher, and the widespread disruption to learning and dining culminated in permanent changes to the life of the Society.
The Hamlyn Lecture 2020 with Eleanor Sharpston QC. Chaired by Lord Anderson of Ipswich KBE QC on Monday 23 November 2020.
Since 2019 the Library has offered an internship as part of the King’s College London MA History Internship programme. In 2020 the internship was completed by Ali Haddi, who transcribed one of the non-legal manuscripts in the library’s collection, MS146. This manuscript consists of the records of the ‘Ancient and Honourable Society of the Bears’, an 18th and early 19th century betting club comprised primarily of members of the Inns of Court.
Exploring the celebration of Christmas at the Inn during the 16th and 17th centuries, from grand feasting and ceremony to riotous behaviour and forbidden festivities.
The Inn encourages all members in practice, at whatever level, to get involved in pro bono work. It is a very important public service and reminds barristers that they are practising law to help people. Such assistance is sorely needed in areas where Legal Aid is not available, where litigants in person can find the experience of conducting litigation and appearing in a court or Tribunal simply overwhelming.
Uncovering a variety of complaints made to the Inn over the past 400 years, with grievances ranging from being kept awake by noisy neighbours to dissatisfied diners in Hall.
We encourage Members, where possible, to volunteer some of their time and expertise to help others, whether by providing their services for Pro Bono work or getting involved and contributing towards the life of the Inn. Examples may include becoming an Advocacy Trainer, joining the Inn’s Mentoring Scheme, acting as a Scholarship interviewer, or simply attending Inn events on Circuit or in Hall.
Introduction by Master Treasurer, Andrew Hochhauser QC. With The Hon Mr Justice Robin Knowles and Rebecca Wilkie, CEO of Advocate, followed by a Q&A.
If you would like to get involved in pro bono work, we recommend getting in touch with one of the many organisations listed here. They are all, always grateful for volunteers, as are the judges before whom pro bono advocates appear.