Terms of Business
At Virtue Chambers, the primary terms for accepting instructions are those outlined in version 3.0 of the General Terms and Conditions for the Supply of Legal Services by Barristers to Solicitors in Commercial Matters, commonly referred to as the ‘COMBAR/CLLS Terms.’ These terms are a collaborative agreement between the Commercial Bar Association (COMBAR) and the City of London Law Society (CLLS) on Payment Basis A. For more details, please refer to the Guidance Notes on the COMBAR/CLLS Terms.
Under the Bar’s Code of Conduct, our barristers are also required to accept instructions based on the Bar Council’s Standard Contractual Terms for the Supply of Legal Services by Barristers to Authorised Persons 2012, known as the “Bar Council Standard Terms.”
Some of our barristers may be open to negotiating variations of the COMBAR/CLLS Terms or other alternative terms, including conditional fee agreements.
Barristers at Virtue Chambers are eligible to be instructed by solicitors, qualified foreign lawyers, and certain authorised organisations under the Licensed Access scheme. Additionally, several of our barristers can directly accept instructions from lay clients under specific circumstances. Distinct contractual terms apply to instructions under both the Licensed Access and Direct Access schemes.
Our practice managers are ready to address any questions regarding our barristers’ terms and can provide quotes for work upon request.
Modern Slavery Statement
This statement is made by Virtue Chambers in accordance with Section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and outlines our commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within our business and supply chains.
At Virtue Chambers, we are dedicated to eradicating modern slavery and human trafficking. We work with suppliers, contractors, and business partners who share our high standards for ethical practices. We foster a diverse and safe workplace, prioritizing equal opportunity and fairness for all.
As a provider of professional legal services within the UK and globally, our supply chains are limited, resulting in a low risk of modern slavery. We operate under stringent professional standards and comply with all relevant laws and regulations. All staff employed by Virtue Chambers are freely employed and understand their right to terminate their employment at any time as per their contracts.
We will continue to ensure that our suppliers, contractors, and business partners do not engage in slavery or human trafficking. They will be required to certify compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and related laws in their respective countries.
Disclaimer
This website is maintained by Virtue Chambers, a barristers’ chambers in England & Wales. All barristers at Virtue Chambers are self-employed and regulated by the Bar Standards Board.
The content provided on this website, including any legal commentary, is for informational purposes only and is offered free of charge. While we strive to ensure the information is accurate and current, we cannot guarantee its accuracy or take responsibility for any reliance on it. The information does not constitute legal advice, and we recommend seeking specific legal counsel for individual cases.
Barristers at Virtue Chambers can only provide advice on specific matters if instructed by a solicitor, a qualified foreign lawyer, or an authorised individual under the Bar Standards Board’s Licensed Access scheme. Additionally, some members accept direct instructions under the Public Access scheme. For more details, please contact the practice management team.
Virtue is actively seeking Barristers to join our chambers. We welcome individual barristers as well as groups of barristers and clerks who wish to break away from their current chambers. Our members may hold dual chambers membership.