Magistrates, Tribunal Chairmen, the Bar
Security note: For security reasons it is essential that correspondence to Judiciary - whether serving or retired at their private addresses should omit all reference to their Judicial rank. Plain or double envelopes must be used.
The tables below show you how to address Magistrates, Tribunal Chairmen and members of the Bar both verbally and in writing.
Magistrates
| Address (in correspondence) | Dear... |
|---|---|
|
Justices of the Peace |
John Doe Esq. JP |
| In retirement | No title |
Tribunal Chairmen
| Address (in correspondence) | Dear... |
|---|---|
| Tribunal Chairmen | Normal Titles in their private capacities, or , where a holder of more senior judicial office, according to that title. |
The Bar
| Address (in correspondence) | Dear... |
|---|---|
|
Members of the Bar |
Usual titles in their private capacities |
|
Queen's Counsel (When the Sovereign is a King) |
John Doe Esq. QC John Doe Esq. KC |
| QC/KC (when appointed to Senior Judiciary, ie Judge of the High Court and above) | Never use QC or KC |