This online event brings together a diverse panel of legal professionals to explore the personal and professional realities of balancing legal careers with parenthood

This webinar will explore how Artificial Intelligence is changing the practice of law and legal research and writing. The speakers will address issues around navigating legal research, checking citations, and how to approach cases where expert witnesses, opponents and perhaps even judges are using Artificial Intelligence. It will also explore emerging issues around legal liability for AI harms, as exemplified by ongoing litigation relating to chatbots. Speakers: - Matthew Lee, Barrister, Doughty Street Chambers, and founder and author of Natural & Artificial Intelligence in Law Blog. - Sally McLaren, Assistant Librarian, Inner Temple Library and compiler of the weekly digest 'AI Update', featuring AI related news, research and reports with a focus on law and libraries (https://ai-update.co.uk/) Chaired by Professor Yvonne McDermott Rees

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.

Prepare for a fabulous retelling of Charles Dickens' iconic 'A Christmas Carol', as told by the Inner Temple Drama Society. Ebenezer Scrooge, a cantankerous old miser, is haunted by a figure from his past. As one ghostly spirit after another presents Scrooge with a perspective on his life, is it too late for the old man to change his ways? Presented in the oak-panelled comfort of the Parliament Chamber, come and enjoy this festive occasion with friends, family and loved ones. In honour of Dickens' commitment to good cheer, a free glass of wine is included in the ticket price.

Prepare for a fabulous retelling of Charles Dickens' iconic 'A Christmas Carol', as told by the Inner Temple Drama Society. Ebenezer Scrooge, a cantankerous old miser, is haunted by a figure from his past. As one ghostly spirit after another presents Scrooge with a perspective on his life, is it too late for the old man to change his ways? Presented in the oak-panelled comfort of the Parliament Chamber, come and enjoy this festive occasion with friends, family and loved ones. In honour of Dickens' commitment to good cheer, a free glass of wine is included in the ticket price.

...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

Join us for an evening of connection, celebration and community at our LGBTQ+ Society Festive Networking Reception on Tuesday 16 December from 6-8pm in the Drawing Room at the Inn. This special event will provide the opportunity to reflect on the year, share ideas and build new relationships in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy cocktails, mocktails, prosecco and canapés as you expand your professional network and celebrate the diversity that strengthens our community. Whether you identify as LGBTQ+ or are an ally, we warmly welcome you to be part of this festive occasion. Attendance is free, but booking is essential (please see below). Please note, you will need to be logged in to the Members’ Area to book your ticket. Unfortunately due to limited space we will not be able to accommodate non-Inner Temple members on this occasion. We look forward to celebrating with you and closing the year on a high note! Book/cancel by: Tuesday 9 December

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The 2026 Treasurer, Helen Davies KC, requests the pleasure of your company at a reception to welcome the New Year. There will be a service of Choral Evensong at 5.45pm. Open to: Benchers Book/Cancel by: 06/01/2026

The Inner Temple Students’ Association invite you and guests to join them for their annual Burns Night Supper. Drinks Reception, Traditional 3 Course Meal, Wine, Music and Merriment. Black tie or Highland dress. Guests who are non-members are welcome, however, Inner Temple members must log in to the website and book their guest tickets in a single transaction with their own ticket. If you are purchasing a Pupil Ticket, please state your chambers in the notes section. Dress code: Black tie, kilts are encouraged but not compulsory.

Join the Treasurer, Helen Davies KC, and members of the Inn at the North Eastern Circuit Dinner in Newcastle. Drinks and canapés: 7pm Dinner: 7.45pm - 10.30pm Open to: Members with an affiliation to the North Eastern Circuit. Called Members and Benchers may bring a guest. Student guest tickets are not available at this time but please let us know if you are interested in one, as we will review availability nearer the time. Book/Cancel: 23/01/2026

Inside the Adolescent Brain: What Developmental Science Reveals and Why It Matters for the Justice System Speaker: Sarah-Jayne Blakemore FBA FRS (Professor of Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Cambridge) Followed by Q&A Please note for those attending in person, there will be a reception from 5.30pm that you may wish to attend and a reception after the lecture also. Book/Cancel by: 02/02/2026

A champagne reception followed by a beautiful 3 course dinner and fine wines. There will also be after dinner drinks in the Luncheon Room, where guests can mingle. 6pm: Choral Evensong in Temple Church, for those who would like to attend 7pm: Reception 7.30pm: Dinner 10.30/11pm: Evening Ends Students and called Members may book more than one guest subject to capacity. Benchers may invite one guest who is not their spouse or partner. Students/Under 7 yrs Call: You may bring a maximum of 5 guests at the Student/Under 7 Yrs Call Guest rate, any further tickets will be charged at the Called Member rate. NB: All guest names, dietary requirements and cancellations must be made by 10/02/2026. Cancellations made after this date may not be refunded.

Join the Treasurer, Helen Davies KC, and members of the Inn at the Wales & Chester Circuit Dinner in Cardiff. Drinks: 7pm Dinner: 7.45pm - 10.30pm Dress code: Black tie (Students: Optional dark suits) Open to: Members with an affiliation to the Wales & Chester Circuit. Members may bring a guest. Cancel by: 13/02/2026

“The Age of Criminal Responsibility” Speaker: Professor David Ormerod CBE, KC (Hon) Followed by Q&A Please note for those attending in person, there will be a reception from 5.30pm that you may wish to attend and a reception after the lecture also. Book/Cancel by: 23/02/2026

Presentations by a diverse panel of practising barristers on careers at the Bar in different areas of international practice. Including practical advice on career progression and routes for development. Structured Q&A to follow. This is a hybrid event and therefore will be accessible online to students and members based on circuit and internationally. Non-members: Scroll beneath the Members Login box and click 'Add Ticket'. Cancel by: 26/02/2026

Join the Treasurer, Helen Davies KC, and members of the Inn at the Western Circuit Dinner in Bristol. Drinks: 7pm Dinner: 7.45pm - 10.30pm Open to: Members with an affiliation to the Western Circuit. Members may bring a guest. Cancel by: 27/02/2026

Title: The Duty to Rescue Speakers: Tba The speakers will discuss ‘Duty to Rescue’, the legal concept that holds people (and possibly states) responsible for helping others in dangerous situations such as people drowning at sea, loss of life as a result of state action/ natural disaster/climate change. The extent of any legal duty, the significance of the behaviour of the victim and the remedies for any breach vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction and approaches differ widely. Some states punish failure to attempt rescue by the criminal law, some by the civil law. Others do not accept that there is any legal duty at all. 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: 09/03/2026

Join us for an evening celebrating and learning about the wines of world famous Chateau Talbot. The Inn will host Jean-Paul Bignon, who owns the château with his wife, Nancy Bignon-Cordier, the great-grand daughter of the original founder. Jean-Paul will give us an insight into the history of the Chateau, and guide guests through 7 of the Chateau's finest wines, accompanying a wonderful dinner chosen to pair. Aperitif: Caillou Blanc de Château Talbot 2023 First Course: Château Sénéjac 2020 and Connétable de Talbot 2018 Main Course: Château Talbot 2015 and Château Talbot 2010 Savoury Course: Château Talbot 2006 and Château Talbot 1996 6pm: Choral Evensong in Temple Church for those interested. 6.45pm for 7.30pm Evening Ends: 10.30pm Book/Cancel by: 10/03/2026

'The Early History of the English Bar' Speaker: Professor Sir John Baker KC LLD FBA The legal profession began to emerge in the early years of the 13th century. By the 1250s there were legally trained judges, attorneys and pleaders, and a school of common law associated with the Common Bench. Professor Baker will show how the pleaders acquired, in the 14th century, the status and degree of Serjeant at Law, forming the so-called order of the coif. During the same period the educational system was taken over by the inns, and already by 1388 those known as the Inns of Court had a special status. The talk will also explore the process by which the degrees of barrister and Bencher, originally acquired by participation in moots and readings, became qualifications for practice at the Bar of the King’s Courts. In person and livestreamed from The Inner Temple, London Doors open: 6pm Lecture: 6.30pm - 7.30pm (GMT) Reception: 7.30pm - 8.30pm 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: 20/03/2026 Please note: cancellations made after this may not be refunded.