Inside Debating at Lincoln's Inn

Ever wondered what goes on inside the Lincoln's Inn Debating Club? Thinking about getting involved (as a tutor or debater) but not sure what it entails? This video has the answers.
Debating Club tutors and barristers Amy Proferes (Serle Court) and Martin Nelson (Government Legal Department) take you through what to expect from a debate, how debates can help with pupillage and the range of opportunities on offer.
00:38 Why get involved with debating?
01:45 Who takes on what role in the debate?
05:31 Why do you volunteer as a Debating Club tutor?
06:40 Will debating help with pupillage interviews?
07:49 What opportunities are there to debate outside of the Inn?
You can watch the full debate, extracts of which are shown in this video, here: • Example Debate - This ...
The Motion: This House Should Ban Lawyers
The Debaters:
- Chair: George Payne, Furnival Chambers
- 1st Prop: Amy Proferes, Serle Court (Lead tutor at Lincoln's Inn Debating Club)
- 2nd Prop: Jim Hirschmann, 5 Pump Court
- 1st Opp: Anthony James, Mountford Chambers - 2nd Opp: Martin Nelson, Government Legal Department (Lead tutor at Lincoln's Inn Debating Club)