Deka’s Clerking Team recognised in Legal 500 2024

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12/10/2023

As well as our barristers receiving excellent rankings and recognition in the Legal 500 UK Bar 2024, our clerks have also received a great deal of positive feedback:

‘The clerks are always very responsive and professional and will assist with any query in any way they can, as soon as possible, making the whole process very smooth. In particular, Ellie Brand is always fantastic to work with.’

‘The clerks at this Chambers are outstanding and always will go the extra mile for you.’

‘Michael Goodridge remains a force to be reckoned with. His team functions effectively and professionally.’

‘The clerks are great to deal with. Michael Goodridge is particularly helpful and always on the ball.’

‘The clerks room is excellent, brilliantly led by Michael Goodridge. Ellie Brand is also absolutely excellent.’

‘Exceptional clerks – the best in the business.’

Deka Chambers is an excellently run set. Clerking and client care is spot on. David Landa will always go out of his way to ensure professional clients are well looked after.’

‘Clark Chessis and David Barrow are both excellent clerks. I have always found them very helpful and accommodating.’

‘The clerks always respond promptly and are helpful.’

‘David Barrow has yet to fail us in finding someone appropriate. He keeps his calm, deals with things quickly without any fuss and just gets the job done. He is extremley approachable.’

‘The excellent and efficient clerks provide a seamless service throughout and always go the extra mile. This helps to make Deka my go-to chambers.’

‘The clerks are highly efficient and very responsive to clients. They act immediately and demand a first class service from their barristers.’

‘Extremely helpful and responsive clerks.’

Jaime Brooks is simply the best clerk. He makes Deka chambers work well. He is organized, easy to work with, flexible and will always do his best to find me a suitable counsel for the case.’

‘Both Louis Candy and Jaime Brooks are thoughtful, caring and considerate clerks who will go out of their way to cover matters.’

In addition the team was shortlisted for Clerking Team of the Year at this year’s Legal 500 UK Bar Awards. We’d like to thank all our clients for their support and positive feedback.

You can view our full Legal 500 2024 rankings and read all our testimonials here.

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