28 Years ago on 10 October 1996 I was Called to the Bar of England & Wales. I remember the day as if it were only yesterday. I made my way to Chancery Lane, in London, to collect my wig and gown for the day’s event. Many would be barrister, alone or accompanied by family, loved ones and friends, were doing the same. Later that day, I drove into town with my mother and soulmate, Sue, to be Called. Sadly, both are no longer with us in person but are in spirit.
Many of my Learned Friends have photographs of their big day. Mine went further. On that day, the BBC was making a documentary about barristers and, ‘the oldest legal profession, the Bar!’ A friend of mine taped the programme when it was aired. It wasn’t quite my 15 minutes of fame; nearer 5 seconds, but it has nevertheless been captured forever!
Ryan Clement, LLM, BA, BSc, FRSA barrister
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To be called, ‘inspirational,’ to anyone is an absolute honour! In fact, to be called inspirational is an inspiration in itself!🙏🏽
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