Join us for drinks and canapés to celebrate the start of the Legal Year! We are delighted to announce that the Inn's new portrait of the Lady Chief Justice, Master Sue Carr, will be unveiled at this event. We hope that many of you will be able to join us for this special occasion. Painted by Keith Breeden RP, the portrait celebrates the appointment of Baroness Carr as the first woman to serve as the head of the judiciary of England and Wales since the inception of the office of Lord Chief Justice in the 13th century. This significant portrait will hang in Hall. Members may bring guests Cancel by: 22/09/2025

For one night only, the Inner Temple Drama Society will be performing their 2025 Edinburgh Fringe production, 'The Trial: In Absurdia', If you were unable to make it to Edinburgh this summer, this is your only chance to see the play live. Kafka meets Monty Python when mild-mannered accountant Jo is arrested abroad for a nonsensical crime. Their predicament escalates into a surreal nightmare of endless red tape and baffling legal theatrics. They enlist Sam, a UK barrister armed with a powdered wig and an unshakable belief in justice. As Sam fights for fairness within an arbitrarily punitive system, their logic is met with absurdity at every turn. A sharp parody of Kafka’s The Trial, The Trial: In Absurdia skewers bureaucracy, legal quirks, and the limits of fairness, blending witty dialogue, surreal twists, and biting satire. Doors open: 6.45pm Performance: 7pm - 8pm Cancel by: 22/09/2025 If you have any questions, please email drama@innertemplesocieties.org

The annual Junior Bar Association Quiz with networking. If you have a group of 8, grab a table for £70, alternatively, you can book single tickets for £10 each and we will group you into a team! Food and drink included. Not an Inner Temple Member? Please scroll beneath the Members Login box and click Add Ticket. Members: Please login With the kind sponsorship of Silver Levene and Henry Dannell.

In the Temple Church

For aspiring barristers to hear about our scholarships and hear from a panel of practising barristers

Title: The Future of AI in the Justice System: A Principled and Practical Approach Speaker: The Rt Hon Sir Robert Buckland KBE KC, Visiting Professor at LSE Law School, Senior Counsel and Head of Policy at Payne Hicks Beach LLP, former Conservative MP and Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice from 2019 to 2021. Inner Temple Bencher. Book/Cancel by: 01/10/2025

Champagne reception followed by a three course dinner and entertainment. Reception: 7pm Dinner: 7.30pm - 11.30pm Book a table of 10 guests for the price of 9 guests (Group of 10 ticket)* *Please note that this offer is based on a ticket price of £110 Open to: Benchers, Called Members and their Guests Under 7 years Call Tickets: You may bring a maximum of 5 guests at the Under 7 Years Call Guest rate, any further tickets will be charged at the Called Member rate. Book/Cancel: 02/10/2025 Cancellations made after this date may not be refunded.

The Hampel Lecture: Professor The Hon George Hampel AM, KC - A Celebration of His Life and Achievements Delivered by His Honour Judge Anthony Leonard (Inner Temple Bencher) with contributions from the audience and comments from Her Honour Judge (Felicity) Hampel AM SC (Inner Temple Bencher). George Hampel (1933-2024), an Australian barrister, judge and academic, and an Academic Bencher of The Inner Temple, was best known for his contribution to advocacy training; he was the first professor of advocacy to be appointed worldwide. 'The Hampel Method' was adopted by many common law countries to teach advocacy and was introduced by him to the four Inns of Court of England and Wales when he led a series of 'training the trainer' events here in the 1980’s. But George Hampel was much more than the creator of 'The Hampel Method' – he filled his 91 years with adventure and accomplishments within and outside of the law. We welcome members of the Bar and Bench of England and Wales and legal professionals and others from across the world to join us for this Memorial Lecture delivered by His Honour Judge Anthony Leonard, which will provide an opportunity to examine a life well lived. The lecture will include an opportunity for guests to share their own memories. It will be followed by a drinks reception for those attending in person. While we encourage guests to join us in person wherever possible, this event will be live streamed for those who wish to attend online. Doors open: 5.30pm Lecture: 5.45pm – 6.45pm Drinks and networking reception: 6.45pm – 8pm Open to members of all Inns Non-members: please scroll beneath the Member Login box below and click "Add Ticket". Cancel by: 06/10/2025

Bibi Badejo will be joined by Annette Henry KC, a Wellbeing Consultant, Life Coach and a founder of Owning Your Wellbeing. She has built a unique career at the intersection of law and wellbeing. The conversation will explore the distinctive stresses of life at the bar, from the constant “fight or flight” state to the isolation of court work and the challenges that arise at different career stages. Whether it’s the struggle to establish credibility in the first ten years or the post-silk anxiety of maintaining reputation, Annette brings deep insight into the realities barristers face. Expect candid reflections, practical tools, and a refreshing discussion about how legal professionals can reclaim their wellbeing and perform at their best in practice and in life. As a former competitive diver she knows the value of investing in mental fitness as much as in physical fitness. Bibi Badejo is a family law barrister at 4PB, a Bencher of Inner Temple, and an internationally recognised advocacy trainer. Alongside her court practice, she hosts The Advocacy Podcast and founded The Advocacy Coach, helping legal professionals worldwide sharpen their advocacy skills. Annette Henry is a Human Givens (HG) Consultant, qualified psychotherapist, HG.Dip.P, MHGI and Kings Counsel. She practiced at the criminal Bar and developed a specialism in mental health law within the criminal justice system over her many years in practice. She wrote a practitioner’s guide to mental health, worked with the Mental Health Act Commission and presided over Mental Health Review Tribunals. Her practical experience at the Bar, and as a competitive sportswoman, makes her uniquely well placed to provide guidance and practical advice to those who wish to cultivate and maintain good mental health and wellbeing whilst thriving in practice. This event will take place in person at the Inn, and will be followed by a drinks reception.

This event is for Benchers only Reception: 7pm Dinner: 7.30pm - 10.30pm A champagne reception and dinner to which Benchers are welcome to bring their spouse, partner or a friend. We are pleased to announce that for this event there will also be after dinner music from Robert Murray (tenor) and Anna Tilbrook (piano). Robert Murray studied at the Royal College of Music and the National Opera Studio. He won second prize in the Kathleen Ferrier awards 2003 and was a Jette Parker Young Artist at the ROH. He has performed principal roles with the ROH, Hamburg State Opera, English and Welsh National Operas, Norwegian Opera, Bergen National Opera, the Beijing Music Festival, the Venice Biennale, and the Edinburgh and Salzburg festivals. He is also a regular performer of leading roles at Garsington, where he will sing Florestan in Fidelio in summer 2025. Anna Tilbrook is one of Britain’s most exciting pianists, with a considerable reputation in song recitals and chamber music. She made her debut at the Wigmore Hall in 1999 and has since become a regular performer at Europe’s major concert halls and festivals. Book/Cancel by: 08/10/2025

Join the Treasurer, Richard Salter KC, and members of the Inn at the Western Circuit Dinner in Bristol. Drinks: 7pm Dinner: 7.45pm - 10.30pm Dress code: Business attire Open to: All members Called Members and Benchers may bring one guest. Students may not bring a guest at this time but please let us know if you are interested in bringing one, as we will review availability nearer the time. Cancel by: 30/09/2025

By invitation

The Right to Fair Trial in the Age of AI: Current challenges and next steps There are genuine concerns about how to have fair trials in the age of AI. AI tools are developing rapidly, but they are not yet a substitute for qualified legal reasoning, human judgment, or tailored legal advice. At the same time, many judges and counsel are deploying AI in their preparation and execution of proceedings, often without formal oversight and training. In this webinar, we will draw upon research in multiple jurisdictions to consider the potential benefits of AI in enhancing efficiency and access to justice as well as the guardrails that are needed to ensure the upholding of international standards of due process. About the speaker: Professor Philippa Webb is Professor of Public International Law at the Blavatnik School of Government and a Fellow of Exeter College. She is the Director of the Oxford Institute of Technology and Justice, which is launching in October 2025. Philippa is also a barrister at Twenty Essex and has appeared in domestic and international courts, including the International Court of Justice, the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea, the European Court of Human Rights and the UK Supreme Court. Previously, she held positions in the Presidency of the International Court of Justice, the Office of the Prosecutor at the International Criminal Court and in United Nations Headquarters. Her publications include The Right to a Fair Trial in International Law (2021, with A Clooney). Chaired by Prof Yvonne McDermott Rees. A recording of the event will be provided to those booked on after the session. To book: Non-members please scroll to the bottom of the page, click "Add Ticket", fill in your details and then click "Checkout". Members should log in first, and then complete the process as above.

The Lady Chief Justice and Chair of the Bar in conversation, hosted by The Inner Temple and the Bar Council. The Rt Hon The Baroness Carr of Walton on the Hill and Barbara Mills KC in conversation. Doors open: 5.30pm Discussion: 6pm followed by Q&A Reception: 7.15pm - 8.30pm The event will be delivered in person and will include an opportunity for Q&A and for post-talk networking. Non-members: Scroll beneath the Members Login box and click 'Add Ticket'. Cancel by: 20/10/2025

Paradise Lost and Found The Inner Temple’s intriguing purchase of an early (1688) edition of Paradise Lost formerly owned by the Royal Master of Revels, Charles Killigrew (1655 – 1725), and annotated with the names of numerous members of the Inn, including the names of four English Dukes with stage directions, indicates that John Milton’s great work was once performed at the Inn. On 29 October, the Inn will host a symposium with Professor Joe Moshenka and Dr William Poole of Oxford University in conversation with our current Master of Revels, Dr Tom Kinninmont. They will explore the life of John Milton and the significance of Paradise Lost throughout the ages, including the special importance of the 1688 fourth — and first illustrated — edition. In person and livestreamed from The Inner Temple, London Doors open: 5.30pm Lecture: 6pm - 7pm (GMT) Reception: 7pm - 8pm Not an Inner Temple Member? Please scroll beneath the Members Login box and click Add Ticket. Please note that a recording of this lecture will be made available on www.innertemple.org.uk/historylectures Cancel by: 21/10/2025 Please note: cancellations made after this may not be refunded.

In terror of errors: unpicking legal errors and learning from them This session will - Define legal errors and why they happen - Consider the damage that legal errors can cause - Explore the culture around legal errors - Learn from the medical profession about a safety culture - Take positive action to prevent errors and provide support when they do happen Chair: Sir Robert Francis KC Speakers: - Johanna Higgins, Commissioner, Northern Ireland CCRC - Professor Aidan Fowler, Chief Inspector of Healthcare, Care Quality Commission - Chris Richards, Specialist Personal Injury Barrister, Exchange Chambers In person at The Inner Temple, followed by a drinks reception. To book: Non-members please scroll to the bottom of the page, click "Add Ticket", fill in your details and then click "Checkout". Members should log in first, and then complete the process as above.

The most prestigious event of the Inn’s calendar, Grand Day is hosted by the Treasurer, Richard Salter KC. A champagne reception, three course dinner and after dinner entertainment from Lucy Crowe (soprano) and Anna Tilbrook (piano). Optional: Choral Evensong at 5.45pm Optional: The Inn’s Treasures will be on display in the Library from 6.30pm to 7.15pm Reception: 7pm Dinner: 7.45pm - 11pm Members may bring 1 guest each. NB: All guest names, dietary requirements and cancellations must be made by 22/10/2025. Cancellations made after this date may not be refunded.

Join us for a special Sunday Lunch following the Remembrance Sunday Choral Mattins in Temple Church, for those who would like to attend. Lunch is a two course carvery buffet, similar to weekday lunch. Arrival for lunch should be by 1pm. There is no seating plan. Choral Mattins: 10.55am - 11.55am Reception: 12.30pm Lunch: 1pm Open to: Members of the Inns and their guests. (Non members: Scroll beneath the Members Login box and click 'Add Ticket'. Book/Cancel: 30/10/2025 Cancellations made after this date may not be refunded.

Title: To Prorogue or not to Prorogue – Miller II and Mackinnon v Canada Speaker: The Rt Hon The Baroness Carr of Walton on the Hill, Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales. Inner Temple Bencher Followed by networking reception for those attending in-person Book/Cancel by: 05/11/2025

Join the Treasurer, Richard Salter KC, and members of the Inn at the Northern Circuit Dinner in Manchester. Drinks: 7pm Dinner: 7.45pm - 10.30pm Dress code: Business attire Open to: All members Called Members and Benchers may bring one guest. Students may not bring a guest at this time but please let us know if you are interested in bringing one, as we will review availability nearer the time. Cancel by: 28/10/2025

Title: Is the Rise in Mass Litigation distorting our Legal System and the UK Economy? Speakers: Tba Moderator: Tba The speakers will consider litigation funding and different perspectives from corporates and legal firms about the impact of the way in which litigation is being funded in relation to climate-related issues and on certain businesses critical to economic growth, as well as on the justice system. Businesses such as Shell are on the receiving end of “class” and similar actions brought by charities and groups claiming to act in the public interest or, in some cases, acting out of money-making self-interest, supported by litigation funding that ultimately may put businesses at competitive disadvantage. Many argue that appropriate regulation is required to level the playing field. On the other side of argument, a recent survey by the International Legal Finance Association (IFLA) found that businesses are generally supportive of the effect of litigation funding on the business environment. The event will be delivered in person and online. The session will include an opportunity for Q&A and for post-talk networking. Non-members: Scroll beneath the Members Login box and click 'Add Ticket'. Cancel by: 10/11/2025

Dinner to Celebrate the Amity between the Inn, the City of London Solicitors' Company and the City of London Law Society Reception: 7pm Dinner: 7.30pm - 10.30pm Members may bring a guest. Cancel by 11/11/2025. Cancellations made after this date may not be refunded.

In this webinar, we will explore key questions posed by the advent of Artificial Intelligence for legal practice, including: • What key legal principles should drive the responsible use, development, and employment of AI in Law? • Does the law of evidence need to be amended in light of the risks posed by AI-generated evidence? • What are the key areas of convergence and divergence across different jurisdictions’ approaches to AI regulation? Speakers: Nema Milaninia is a partner at King & Spalding LLP. His practice focuses on regulatory compliance and litigation, cross-border investigations, white-collar defense, and public international law litigation. He was previously appointed by President Biden as a senior advisor in the State Department, where he focused on international criminal law and technology policy. Nema also served as a prosecutor at the International Criminal Court and the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia. Burkhard Schafer is Professor of Computational Legal Theory at Edinburgh Law School. His main field of interest is the interaction between law, science and computer technology from doctrinal, comparative and legal-theoretical perspectives. This research encompasses both the problems that technology and technological change poses to the law – technology law – and the use of technology in the justice system and the legal services industry – legal informatics. He is member of the expert group of AI4People, chairing their working group on an ethics framework for legal technology, and member of the data ethics group of the Turing Institute. Chaired by Prof Yvonne McDermott Rees A recording of the event will be provided to those booked on after the session. To book: Non-members please scroll to the bottom of the page, click "Add Ticket", fill in your details and then click "Checkout". Members should log in first, and then complete the process as above.

Join the Treasurer, Richard Salter KC, and members of the Inn at the South Eastern Circuit Dinner in London. Drinks: 7pm Dinner: 7.45pm - 10.30pm Dress code: Business attire Open to: All members Called Members and Benchers may bring one guest. Students may not bring a guest at this time but please let us know if you are interested in bringing one, as we will review availability nearer the time. Cancel by: 28/10/2025

Annual weekday, buffet style, Christmas Lunch between 12.15 - 2.30pm (last sitting 1.45pm) £45 per person NB: Parties that would like to be sat together must book together. Bookings over 15 persons, please complete the booking form here>> Non-members: Please scroll beneath the Members Login box and click Add Ticket. Members: Forgotten your password? Email members@innertemple.org.uk Cancellations & Refunds: Contact cateringops@innertemple.org.uk by Friday 28 November. Cancellations after this date will not be refunded. MENU Menu inc 3 courses with 1/2 a bottle of wine or soft drink equivalent per person Starter Mushroom and Chestnut Soup, Carraway Sourdough Crouton, Tarragon Oil (ve) (GF available on request) Main Course Butternut Squash, Lentil and Almond Wellington, Celeriac Jus (ve) Pan Fried Stone Bass, Tomato, Caper and Pepper Fondue, Burnt Butter and Shallot Hollandaise Lightly Smoked Norfolk Bronze Turkey, Sausage Stuffing and Streaky Bacon Ballotine, Cranberry and Balsamic Pan Gravy Sides Maris Piper Roast Potatoes, Rapeseed, Maldon Sea Salt, Black Pepper (v) Roasted Carrots and Parsnips, Maple Syrup and Nigella Seeds (v) Sautéed Sprouts and Chestnuts (v) Braised Red Cabbage, Barolo Vinegar, Red Currant Jelly Desserts Black Cherry and Amaretto Christmas Pudding, English Custard and Brandy Butter* (GF, vegan and alcohol-free puddings available on request) British Cheeseboard, Damson Jam and Crackers (v) Mini Mince Pies (GF and vegan available on request) Selection of Fruits Coffee This is an event for Members and associates of The Inner Temple. To attend, a connection to The Inner Temple is required, and our team will verify this upon registration.

Sunday Christmas Lunch in The Inner Temple Hall following the Carol Service at 11.15am. 8 tickets max per member. Book/Cancel: 28/11/2025 Carol Service: Booking is essential, please click on this Carol Service booking link by 3 November.

...with Father Christmas. Following a Nativity Play in the Temple Church. Nativity Play in Temple Church: 3.30pm Christmas Tea in Inner Temple Hall: 4pm Childrens tickets include present and christmas tea box Adult tickets include tea/coffee and biscuits/mince pies Non members: Scroll to beneath the Members Login box to Add Ticket Members: Please login to book You don't need to book for the Nativity Play but please contact catherine@templechurch.com if your child would like a speaking part in it. Cancel by: 04/12/2025

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