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The Middle Temple Young Barristers' Association is pleased to announce the launch of the MTYBA Assist Award 2026/27.This...
22/06/2026

The Middle Temple Young Barristers' Association is pleased to announce the launch of the MTYBA Assist Award 2026/27.

This new initiative has been established to support the professional development of both aspiring and practising barristers by providing financial assistance towards opportunities that enhance legal skills, experience and career progression.

The award may be used towards opportunities including mini-pupillages, internships, conference speaking engagements, advocacy programmes, training courses, networking events and other professional development opportunities.

Two awards of £250 will be available:

• Unregistered Barrister Award – £250
• Practising Barrister Award – £250

Applicants are invited to submit a statement of no more than 100 words explaining how the award will assist them and how the opportunity will contribute to their legal and professional development.

📅 Applications Open: 22 June 2026
📅 Applications Close: 25 July 2026
📅 Results Announced: 10 August 2026

📧 Applications should be submitted to: [email protected]

Congratulations to all the debaters who participated in the debate competition.A big thank you to all the judges who too...
28/05/2026

Congratulations to all the debaters who participated in the debate competition.

A big thank you to all the judges who took the time to judge the competition. Your support and contributions are greatly appreciated. Catharine Langley Kiran Shah David Horvath-Franco Annabel Yu , Lucy Bleichroeder

Special congratulations to Alesha Mclean for winning Best Advocate and also securing a shadowing opportunity with Catharine Langley. A fantastic achievement and well deserved.

Well done to everyone involved for making the event a success.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended the inauguration of the Middle Temple Young Barristers’ Association Commi...
27/05/2026

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended the inauguration of the Middle Temple Young Barristers’ Association Committee 2026/27.

We are grateful to all distinguished guests and members of the Middle Temple Young Bar who joined us and made the evening a success.

Congratulations to our President,Silas Osei Kwabena Boateng, on his inauguration and inspiring address. Special thanks also to Vice President Shair Alam Khan, Chair of the Elections Appeal Committee Catharine Langley, and all Committee Members for their hard work and dedication.

A big thank you to our moderator, Altamish Isaani, for an excellent job throughout the evening.

We look forward to an impactful year ahead for the MTYBA.

The Middle Temple Young Barristers’ Association is pleased to host the Inauguration of its 2026/27 Committee.This formal...
08/05/2026

The Middle Temple Young Barristers’ Association is pleased to host the Inauguration of its 2026/27 Committee.

This formal event marks the official induction of the newly elected committee and provides an opportunity to outline the Association’s vision, priorities, and key initiatives for the year ahead.

The event will also feature an open forum where members of the Middle Temple Young Bar will have the opportunity to engage directly with the leadership, raise concerns, and contribute ideas to support the future direction of the Association.

The programme will conclude with a debate competition, awards presentation, and networking reception with drinks and refreshments.

This event is open to members of the Young Bar and students.

Programme
Moderator’s Overview of the Event — 13:00–13:05
Presidential Inaugural Address — 13:05–13:10
Presentation of Key Initiatives by the President — 13:10–13:40
Open Forum Discussion — 13:40–13:50
Networking Session — 14:00–14:55
Debate Session — 15:00–16:00
Closing Networking Session — 16:00–20:00

Book your ticket for the event by clicking on the Eventbrite link below.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inauguration-of-the-middle-temple-young-barristers-association-committee-tickets-1988670600299?aff=oddtdtcreator

Middle Temple Young Bar WhatsApp PlatformWe are pleased to introduce the Middle Temple Young Bar WhatsApp Group, created...
27/04/2026

Middle Temple Young Bar WhatsApp Platform

We are pleased to introduce the Middle Temple Young Bar WhatsApp Group, created exclusively for members of the Young Bar at Middle Temple.

This initiative aims to strengthen communication and ensure that relevant events, opportunities, and updates are shared efficiently within our community.

Eligibility for membership includes:

• Practising barristers
• Unregistered barristers
• Individuals who have completed the Bar Course and are awaiting Call to the Bar
• Individuals who have completed the Bar Course and are awaiting final results

This group will focus on events, initiatives, and opportunities specifically relevant to members of the Young Bar.

If you fall within the above categories and are registered with Middle Temple, please send a direct message via Instagram to request to join.

We look forward to connecting with you.

Introducing our Pre-Pupillage Officer, Jonathan Binns.Jonathan was called to the Bar in 2023 and is currently working pr...
25/04/2026

Introducing our Pre-Pupillage Officer, Jonathan Binns.

Jonathan was called to the Bar in 2023 and is currently working pre-pupillage at Stewarts Law within the Catastrophic Injury Department. He brings valuable practical insight and a clear commitment to developing a career at the Bar.

Originally from the North-East, near Middlesbrough, Jonathan moved to Leeds for university and has remained there since. He intends to practise on the Northern and North Eastern Circuits following pupillage, with a focus on medical negligence and personal injury work.

We are delighted to have Jonathan as part of the Young Bar and look forward to the contributions he will make in supporting aspiring barristers on their journey to pupillage.

Introducing our Employed Bar Representative, Joseph Chivayo. Joseph secured and completed pupillage with Public Defender...
24/04/2026

Introducing our Employed Bar Representative, Joseph Chivayo.

Joseph secured and completed pupillage with Public Defender Service, Ministry of Justice. Prior to that, he was a senior social security policy advisor and also worked as a personal trainer. As an employed barrister, his practice demands are unique, and he understands the importance of building his practice while balancing other key priorities. Working within the civil service brings a unique sense of public service and the ability to make a positive difference to the United Kingdom. Joseph volunteers for a number of charities as a Trustee.

He llives in Midlands with his young family and enjoys exercise, watching rugby and eating.

Introducing our Chair of the Election Appeals Committee, Catherine Langley, who will be responsible for determining any ...
22/04/2026

Introducing our Chair of the Election Appeals Committee, Catherine Langley, who will be responsible for determining any electoral disputes arising from the Young Bar’s annual elections.

Catharine is a barrister at Westgate Chambers specialising in financial remedies of divorce, Children Act proceedings and unmarried couple disputes.

She was previously the MTYBA Pupillage Officer; she is now part of the Bar Council’s Young Bar Committee and sits on the Bar Council’s Pro Bono Committee.

Catharine has a particular interest in cryptocurrency, pensions and unmarried couple disputes.

Outside of work, Catharine enjoys assisting the future generation of junior counsel.

The Chair of the Election Appeals Committee is a newly established position introduced under the leadership of our President, Silas Boateng, to provide an independent framework for addressing electoral matters within the Young Bar.

This role has been created to deal with any electoral disputes that may arise from annual elections, while also ensuring appropriate limits on the discretionary powers of the Elections Officer.

Under the amended provision, Article 31 previously stated that “all other matters concerning the conduct of elections shall be determined by the Election Officer ,which has absolute discretion in such matters.” However, our President has taken the view that the Elections Officer’s powers and discretion should properly be confined to the administration of the electoral process, including organising the elections and formally announcing the results.

Once the results have been declared, any dispute arising from the election should be determined by an independent and impartial body—namely, the Chair of the Election Appeals Committee. Allowing the Elections Officer to adjudicate on disputes relating to an election they administered would risk undermining the principles of fairness and impartiality, and would be contrary to the fundamental rule of natural justice that one must not be a judge in their own cause (nemo judex in causa sua).

This reform does not invite electoral disputes but ensures a clear, fair and independent process for resolving any issues in future.

Introducing our Vice President, Shair Alam Khan, called to the Bar by Middle Temple in March 2024 and an Advocate of the...
21/04/2026

Introducing our Vice President, Shair Alam Khan, called to the Bar by Middle Temple in March 2024 and an Advocate of the High Court of Pakistan. Khan brings over a decade of advocacy and litigation experience across two jurisdictions. He holds an LLM in Commercial and Corporate Law from Queen Mary University of London.

Alongside his practice, he works as an Immigration Caseworker (IAA Level 1) at Bail for Immigration Detainees, supporting vulnerable individuals held in immigration removal centres and prisons. His work focuses on preparing bail applications and advocating for those most in need of representation.

Fluent in English, Urdu, Punjabi, and Pashto, with working knowledge of Persian and Arabic, Khan is deeply committed to access to justice, inclusion, and meaningful representation within the profession.

His vision is clear: to expand opportunities for aspiring and junior barristers through initiatives such as mini-pupillages, judicial shadowing, and accessible advocacy training, while fostering a community where social mobility is tangible and well-being is prioritised. Having previously organised impactful events that strengthened connections across the profession, he is driven by the belief that the Bar is strongest when it truly reflects the diversity of the society it serves.

Introducing our newly elected President, Silas Boateng.Silas seeks to build on the work of previous committees and intro...
20/04/2026

Introducing our newly elected President, Silas Boateng.

Silas seeks to build on the work of previous committees and introduce new initiatives to support young barristers at Middle Temple.

He previously served as Vice President in 2025.

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