Bar in the Community Volunteer Stories
A range of stories from those across the Bar volunteering their skills in the community. While not all of these were matched through Bar in the Community, they represent the broad spectrum of opportunities available to those across the Bar.
Amanda Illing
Amanda Illing, the CEO of Gatehouse Chambers, talks to us about how volunteering has allowed her to develop key skills and grow her network while supporting causes close to her heart.
Rachael Agnew
Rachael Agnew, an employed barrister, talks to us about her experiences volunteering as Chair of Trustees at her local Citizens Advice Bureau and the positive impact it has had on her career.
Chris Smith KC
Chris Smith KC, commercial barrister at Essex Court Chambers, speaks to us about volunteering for Citizens Advice through Bar in the Community and the social importance of voluntary work.
Mark Warwick KC
Mark Warwick KC, Head of Selborne Chambers, speaks to us about his positive experiences volunteering for Age UK in a position he found through Bar in the Community.
Abiodun Olatokun
Abiodun Olatokun, trainee barrister at Matrix Chambers, talks to us about how volunteering allowed him to advance his career and gave him the confidence and skills to secure his traineeship and begin his career at the Bar.