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David Barnes leads one of the Bar’s most experienced clerking and administration teams.

David has primary responsibility for managing the practice of each member of Chambers and for delivering a high-quality service to members’ clients globally.

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His detailed knowledge of each member’s respective practice ensures he is well-placed to advise clients on the most appropriate counsel for their case.

David was awarded ‘Chambers CEO of the Year’ in 2022 for the second time in The Legal 500 UK Bar Awards (he also won in 2015). In 2011, he was named in The Lawyer’s Hot 100.

David was Chairman of the Institute of Barristers’ Clerks between 2010 and 2013, and is a current member of Counsel magazine’s editorial board. He is also a vice-president of the Institute of Barristers’ Clerks and he sits on the Technology and Construction Courts Users Committee. David is a former advisory board member of the IBA Law Firm Management Committee.

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"David Barnes is in a class of his own at the Bar."

The Legal 500

"A real star among the clerking fraternity."

Chambers & Partners

"David Barnes leads the clerking team with a forward thinking, hands-on approach."

Chambers & Partners

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For more information please contact our clerks on
+44 (0)20 7404 0102 or clerks@atkinchambers.com

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