James Shortall [Senior Clerk]

Responsible for the day-to-day running of chambers, James has been clerking since March 1995. James joined chambers in June 2001 and was swiftly promoted to Senior Clerk in March 2004. James has a comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of every member of chambers and their practice which, when coupled with his ‘can do’ approach, makes for a friendly, professional, and efficient service. He is widely praised for his enthusiasm and his friendly and approachable nature.




Julie Holcombe [First Junior]

Julie has been part of our clerking team since January 2002 after crossing over from Crown Office Chambers. She has extensive clerking experience, which dates back to 1995. She has a sound knowledge of chambers, which enables her to provide a first class service to our clients.




Hudson Brewer [First Junior]

Hudson started as a Junior clerk at 1 Kings Bench Walk back in 1994. He then worked in chambers in Sydney, Australia, before heading the Family Team at Hardwicke Buildings. He then joined Julie as First Junior in June 2004. His clear understanding of our barristers ensures our high level of service is maintained. Hudson is also the designated Clerk for Children (Public Law) Team.




Sharon Driscoll [Listing Clerk / Second Junior]

Before joining chambers in March 2003 Sharon spent 13 years working as a listing officer in both the Principal Registry of The Family Division and the High Court. If solicitors or barristers have a listing issue, whether it be procedural or logistical, and Sharon can’t help then no one can!




Ben Cross

Ben started clerking in September 2001 at 22 Old Buildings (Now 42 Bedford Row) where he was well trained. We were lucky enough to lure him away in September 2007. He plays a vital role in assisting Hudson and Julie in the day to day running of the diary and also oversees the fixing of all cases.




Sean Gentleman [Junior Clerk]

Sean also joined chambers in October 2006 and is equally as hard working! If you see him out and about and need some help, he will be more than willing.




Steve Pickin [Fees Clerk]

Before joining 29 Bedford Row Steve worked in the Customer Service/civil finance department of the LSC. Nothing could have given him a better grounding for his current role. He is responsible for all fee account management and his knowledge of this area is second to none.








Nicola Kessell [Chambers Administrator]

Nicola joined chambers in June 2002 having spent 8 years in Finance/Admin/HR. She has sole responsibility for the facility management of chambers and can turn her hand to almost anything! Nothing is too much effort where Nicola is involved and she has become an invaluable member of the team.






Maggie Rogers [Secretary and Events Co-ordinator]

Cathy Mounsey [Catering Assistant]