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Pupil barristers: free LexisNexis

7 Oct 2021News

LexisNexis is offering pupil barristers 12-months free access

LexisNexis has announced it will provide pupil barristers with free access to LexisPSL for the 12 months of their pupillage. Sarah Hallowell, bar lead for LexisNexis said: “We want to help ensure that pupils have access to the tools they need to succeed, wherever they are – whatever the circumstances.” James Harper, LexisNexis director of global legal, commented: “Providing access to quality legal advice, and supporting a diverse and representative Bar, ensures the barristers of tomorrow can be there for us all”.

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