Daniel Stuart Roff graduated from Barrister School on the weekend. The finale of the month long intense course was a Mock Trial on Saturday. The matter was insurance fraud. Daniel and three other barristers battled it out in front of a real judge and they examined and cross-examined “real” witnesses. Daniel was confident in the court room and the Judge seemed to be impressed. Daniel made good use of the “objection” function, even challenging a witness statement that King Street Newtown was deserted at 8.30pm on Saturday night. Marianne, Stuart and Alaine went to the Sydney Law Courts to see Daniel in action and try on the wig!
Daniel begins his career as a Barrister today in a windowless “office” with a blown light bulb. Fortunately, the whole Chambers is very impressive, with many leather bound books and a rich mahogany smell.
The Stuart Roffs also got to catch up with Kate and Joe on their way through to the USA. It was an absolute delight to meet Samuel. He’s gorgeous, and very articulate for a two year old. Kate and Joe are still taking name suggestions for baby number two.
