Katherine Duncan Elected as Governing Bencher of Inner Temple

Coram Chambers barrister Katherine Duncan has been elected as a Governing Bencher of The Inner Temple, making her among the youngest ever to receive this honour. Read more about Katherine’s achievement.

Coram Chambers is proud to announce that Katherine Duncan has been elected as a Governing Bencher of The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple.

Katherine, called to the Bar in 2014, joins an esteemed group of legal professionals who play a pivotal role in shaping the future of one of the four Inns of Court.

The Inner Temple, renowned for its commitment to the rule of law and legal education, revealed the results of the 2025 Governing Bencher Elections on 17 July 2025. Katherine is not only the latest addition to the Bench Table from Coram Chambers but also among one of the youngest individuals ever to receive this honour in the Inn’s history. Her election is a testament to her exceptional skill, dedication to the Bar, and contributions to family law practice.

Katherine’s achievement highlights her commitment to excellence and reflects Coram Chambers’ ethos of nurturing talent and championing diversity within the legal profession. As a Governing Bencher, Katherine will help steer the direction of the Inn, influencing policy, education, and support for members at all stages of their careers.

Coram Chambers congratulates Katherine on this outstanding accomplishment and looks forward to her continued leadership both within the chambers and in the broader legal community.

For the official announcement and the full list of elected Governing Benchers, please visit the Inner Temple website here.

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