Thursday 4th December 2025, Online at 7pm
LIFE AT THE BAR - WEBINAR
Ever wondered what life as a practising barrister is really like?
Join us for an evening with John Dove, a practising criminal barrister and co-founder of Speed Mooting, as he shares his insights into daily life at the Bar - from courtroom advocacy and case preparation to the realities of managing clients, judges, and work-life balance.
This free one-hour webinar will give aspiring lawyers a candid look behind the scenes of a career at the Bar.
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Who should attend
This Webinar presents great career insights for a range of people, including:
Law and none law students and graduates
GDL, LPC/SQE, and BPTC students
Anyone seeking to improve their speaking skills
Anybody interested in a career in legal advocacy
Whether you're years into your career or just getting started, this event will help sharpen your communication and presentation skills.
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What to Expect
A Talk from John Dove, covering his journey to the bar, the early years of practice, and the challenges and rewards of criminal advocacy.
A Live Q&A Session: your chance to ask questions and get practical advice directly from a practising barrister.
Insights & Inspiration: whether you’re just starting your legal studies or already on the path to pupillage, this session will help you understand what it really means to build a career at the Bar.
The Venue
Held online (via Zoom)
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Thursday 4th December 2025 at 7pm
About the Speaker
John Dove is a criminal barrister and co-founder of Speed Mooting and the Advocacy Club. He regularly appears in the Crown Court and has extensive experience mentoring aspiring lawyers through practical advocacy training and competitions.
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Reviews
Nicholas Stone
Future Pupil Barrister and 2023 National Speed Mooting Competition Champion
"Speed Mooting was very helpful with getting pupillage, as the pupillage process tests how well you can make a case.
The Speed Mooting competition gave me a good chance to become a better speaker, and to gain more confidence in my abilities. It's a great opportunity to test yourself and improve.”
Liam Ainscough
Law Lecturer, University of Bolton
“The events I attended were insightful to the industry and mooting was fun and informative at the same time. I would highly recommend that undergraduate students attend the annual moot to not only increase their confidence, but to obtain skills that are desirable in practise. The NSMC team always provide more than enough information and the event is similar to the working paradigm of a barrister. As an academic, I always recommend these events to students.”
Mersede Mardani
Law Student
“Today I joined Speed Mooting's "Introduction to Mooting Course".
I must admit that prior to attending this course, I was not familiar with mooting or what a moot consists of. However, after participating in this course, I can confidently say that thanks to John Dove's incredibly informative presentation, I now thoroughly understand what a moot consists of, and I have the courage to apply this to a moot and experience it first-hand.
I look forward to putting into practice the knowledge I have gained today and continue to attend moots throughout my legal journey.”
