Welcome

Thank you for your interest in joining the Bar Tribunals and Adjudication Service’s Disciplinary Tribunal Pool.

We are seeking barristers, lay representatives and KCs to act as Panel Members of Disciplinary Tribunals, Fitness to Practice and other Hearings for barristers. Members of the Pool consider the most serious allegations of misconduct against barristers, ensuring that both public and professional interests are properly served.

We are also seeking barristers to serve as Clerks to the Tribunals, supporting the delivery of fair and independent hearings.

Hearings take place in central London, and all roles are eligible to receive attendance fees and reasonable expenses.

The Bar Tribunals and Adjudication Service (‘BTAS’) is a constituent part of the Council of the Inns of Court (‘COIC’), a charity that exists to advance education in the sound administration of the law, including by promoting high standards of advocacy and enforcing professional standards of conduct. Responsibility for the recruitment and selection of new Members and Clerks to join the Pool has been delegated by COIC to an independent and stand-alone Committee, known as the Tribunal Appointments Body (‘the TAB’).

Interviews will take place during June and July 2025, with successful candidates sitting from 1 January 2026 after having completed mandatory training during October – December 2025 (including attending and observing a hearing).

We would very much encourage you to apply if you think you have the motivation, experience and skills to join the BTAS Disciplinary Pool.

Yours sincerely,

Lady Simler
Chair of the Tribunal Appointments Body