Recognition for 1CL Clerking team in the Legal 500 2022

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01/10/2021

As well as our barrister rankings in the Legal 500 UK Bar 2022 directory, our clerks have received a great deal of positive feedback:

The Legal 500 – The Clients Guide to Law Firms

I found that all of the clerks I talk to are very engaging, willing to do as much as possible to assist and up front about matters, especially when it comes to issues such as fees.’

‘Fantastic service. Respond immediately to requests with a positive solutions-focussed attitude. If diary conflicts arise, they can usually find a way through.’

‘Fantastic clerks with a friendly attitude, and very responsive.’

‘The clerks are very approachable and efficient. They respond to queries very quickly and are always eager to do what they can to assist.’

‘Fantastic and helpful clerks’ room, under the formidable leadership of Clark Chessis.’

‘The clerks make the whole process of instructing counsel smooth and efficient.’

‘An incredibly helpful and approachable clerks’ room. Clark Chessis and David Barrow are truly exceptional.’

‘Excellent clerking. Always able to help and accommodate.’

‘The clerks are superb.’

‘The clerks are friendly, efficient, approachable and provide a first class service that cannot be bettered.‘

‘The clerking team is without rival.‘

‘Clark Chessis is a great ambassador for the chambers – efficient, friendly, helpful.‘

‘All the clerks are very responsive – nothing is too much trouble. They reply to questions extremely quickly and are solution focused. They know the strengths of all members of the set and show superb skill in matching the correct barrister for each particular matter.‘

‘David Barrow and Clark Chessis are excellent at what they do and are knowledgeable about their barristers’ skillsets and experience, which is great. I trust their recommendations.‘

‘The clerks are truly excellent and provide a first class service‘.

‘David Barrow and Clark Chessis are assets to the set‘.

‘Clark Chessis is extremely responsive and great to deal with‘.

You can view our full Legal 500 2022 rankings here.

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