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What is the main difference between a barrister and a solicitor?

Solicitors provide legal advice, while barristers represent clients in court. (correct)

Solicitors work in Chambers, while barristers work at desks.

Barristers focus on family law, while solicitors focus on corporate law.

Solicitors earn more than barristers.

Where do barristers mostly work?

In offices

At a desk

At clients' homes

In courtrooms (correct)

What can solicitors do if they are granted rights of audience?

Prepare for trials

Work in Chambers

Provide legal advice only

Represent clients in court (correct)

What is a common overlap between the roles of solicitors and barristers?

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Which legal professional can work at higher levels of Court according to the text?

Barristers Signup and view all the answers

What is a typical salary range for solicitors as mentioned in the text?

$25,000 - $60,000 Signup and view all the answers

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Solicitors provide legal advice to individuals or organizations, with most of their work being desk-based, covering various legal practice areas like criminal, family, corporate, or commercial law.
Barristers represent clients in court, primarily working in Chambers where competition for placement is intense, often utilizing legal work from solicitors to prepare for trials or hearings.
There is some overlap in roles, as solicitors may represent clients in court with granted rights of audience, while barristers can work at higher court levels and typically earn more.
On average, solicitors earn between £25,000 and £60,000 per year, while barristers can earn between £50,000 and £200,000 annually, with salaries varying based on experience and location.

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Learn about the roles of solicitors and barristers, including the differences in their work environments, legal practice areas, and earnings. Understand the overlap in their responsibilities and the potential career paths in the legal field.