This directory serves as the definitive guide for legal practitioners seeking barristers with specific specializations in England and Wales. Compiled by the General Council of the Bar of England and Wales and published by Sweet & Maxwell, this edition provides comprehensive listings for over 600 chambers and all 19,000 practising barristers. Its structured format and unique features are designed to facilitate rapid identification of appropriate counsel for any given case, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in legal research.

This directory is recognized as the official and most comprehensive resource for locating barristers in England and Wales. Its unique features and tab-indexed format are specifically designed to enable legal professionals to quickly and easily find the most appropriate counsel for their cases. The inclusion of details on specialist areas, employed barristers, and those not currently practising ensures a thorough and indispensable reference for the legal community.