barristers

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During the closing stages of the first trial, Mr Justice Johnson issued detailed directions to barristers over their closing speeches to the jury.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

A date for the trial had originally been fixed for 23 February, but barristers were granted more time to resolve issues involving witnesses and disclosure.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

She also thanked barristers and the police for their work, as well as Jensen-Lee's family who have sat through the trial.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

Access to the closed part of the case is available only to the judge, government, and security-cleared barristers known as special advocates who represent al-Libi.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

“One of those white wigs that British barristers plop on top of their heads when they are trying a case.”

From "Silent To The Bone" by E.L. Konigsburg