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How do criminal barristers navigate their most distressing cases? How does constant exposure to trauma impact their well-being—and the profession as a whole?
In this gripping episode of the GetBriefed Podcast, Orlagh sits down with Farrhat Arshad KC, a leading criminal barrister who has spent over two decades at the Criminal Bar. Appointed KC in 2024, she has tackled some of the most complex and harrowing cases imaginable.
Together, they unpack:
The increasingly intense pressures placed on young criminal barristers
The psychological toll of handling traumatic cases
Why senior barristers must step up to create a healthier legal culture
The legal profession thrives on resilience—but at what cost? This is a must-listen for anyone in law, leadership, or anyone fascinated by the unseen challenges of criminal justice.
How do criminal barristers navigate their most distressing cases? How does constant exposure to trauma impact their well-being—and the profession as a whole?
In this gripping episode of the GetBriefed Podcast, Orlagh sits down with Farrhat Arshad KC, a leading criminal barrister who has spent over two decades at the Criminal Bar. Appointed KC in 2024, she has tackled some of the most complex and harrowing cases imaginable.
Together, they unpack:
The increasingly intense pressures placed on young criminal barristers
The psychological toll of handling traumatic cases
Why senior barristers must step up to create a healthier legal culture
The legal profession thrives on resilience—but at what cost? This is a must-listen for anyone in law, leadership, or anyone fascinated by the unseen challenges of criminal justice.