The Council Of The Inns Of Court
Also known as: Coic
1. Advance education in the administration and practice of the law, by providing leadership and guidance to the pursuit of excellence in advocacy.2. Enforce professional standards of conduct amongst barristers by administering Disciplinary Tribunals for barristers facing charges of professional misconduct.
Activities & Mission
1. Advance education in the administration and practice of the law, by providing leadership and guidance to the pursuit of excellence in advocacy.2. Enforce professional standards of conduct amongst barristers by administering Disciplinary Tribunals for barristers facing charges of professional misconduct.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 68% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 83% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £4,757,488 | £4,718,344 | £4,718,344 | £955,978 | £798,888 | 33 / 50 |
| 2023 | £4,000,702 | £3,512,405 | £3,512,405 | £916,834 | £817,734 | 29 / 50 |
| 2022 | £3,101,280 | £3,199,378 | £3,199,378 | £428,537 | £412,156 | 27 / 70 |
| 2021 | £2,457,600 | £3,333,533 | £3,333,533 | £526,635 | £505,023 | 27 / 50 |
| 2020 | £3,210,332 | £2,855,814 | £2,855,814 | £1,402,568 | £740,684 | 23 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Council Of The Inns Of Court
What does The Council Of The Inns Of Court do?
1. Advance education in the administration and practice of the law, by providing leadership and guidance to the pursuit of excellence in advocacy.2. Enforce professional standards of conduct amongst barristers by administering Disciplinary Tribunals for barristers facing charges of professional misconduct.
How much income did The Council Of The Inns Of Court report in 2024?
The Council Of The Inns Of Court reported total income of £4.76m and reported expenditure of £4.72m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Council Of The Inns Of Court?
The Council Of The Inns Of Court has a program ratio of 99.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 68% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Council Of The Inns Of Court registered as a charity?
The Council Of The Inns Of Court was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 February 2014 as charity number 1155640. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs The Council Of The Inns Of Court?
The Council Of The Inns Of Court is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Council Of The Inns Of Court operate?
The Council Of The Inns Of Court operates across 8 areas, including Ghana, Ireland, Netherlands and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Council Of The Inns Of Court a registered charity?
Yes — The Council Of The Inns Of Court is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1155640.
Details
9 Gray's Inn Square
LONDON
WC1R 5JD
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- 14 May 2026
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