“You belong here. Slow down. You’ve got this.”That simple but powerful advice from a legal opponent helped criminal barrister James Bruce deliver the most impactful cross-examination of his career—in a murder trial, no less.In this episode of Doesn’t Sound Right, Matt and Denise speak with James Bruce of The 36 Group, a criminal law practitioner from Lancashire. James shares how confidence, vocal clarity, and self-belief are critical for effective communication at the Bar—and how barristers can balance staying true to their regional accents while ensuring their advocacy is clear and compelling.He also discusses how, as a student at an international event, he first realized his dialect could be a barrier—and why he chose to adapt his speech without erasing his identity.Perfect for law students, pupillage applicants, junior lawyers, advocacy trainers, and anyone navigating the UK legal profession while staying grounded in their background. This episode explores the real-world tension between individuality and intelligibility in courtroom advocacy.Get in touch: [email protected] 🎧Sponsored by Walker Morris, a leading Leeds-based firm of solicitors.🎵 Title music: Yours Story by Diamond_Tunes

Ver todos los episodios