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Law 1. Describe work carried out by a barrister and a solicitor. How much overlap is there between the two branches of the profession? The legal profession in England and Wales is divided between solicitors and barristers. Both are trained in law but serve different functions in the practice of law. Barristers act primarily as advocates with rights of audience in all courts within the jurisdiction. Some solicitors now have extensive rights as advocates, but the Bar is uniquely linked with court work and the presentation of the lay client's case before it. However, many barristers hardly ever appear in court; they undertake specialist advice, given to clients in 'cons' or conferences, and they prefer to avoid the uncertainties of litigation. They may also give extensive written advice or draft legal documents. They do not deal with the public (or lay clients) directly, but through the intermediary of a solicitor. Solicitors...

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