Overview
Andrew joined Chambers in March 2011 and was promoted to Senior Practice Manager in March 2019. He is responsible for the management and development of the junior members of Chambers. This involves all aspects of their practices, client relations, the management of their diaries and the assessment/negotiation of their fees. As with all members of the practice management team, Andrew works across all practice areas however has a particular focus on the Commercial Group and the Domestic/Offshore jurisdictions.
Andrew is a qualified member of the Institute of Barristers’ Clerks (IBC), having completed the BTEC Advanced Award in Chambers Administration. Andrew also enjoyed a period of time sitting on The Junior Clerks’ Committee for the Institute.
Andrew’ enjoys watching most forms of sport. He also is a keen golfer after age got the better of him on the football pitch. Andrew also plays tennis and has previously represented Great Britain at Real Tennis at a Junior Academy level.
Andrew Barnes is a pleasure to deal with. Goes the extra mile for clients and solicitors.- Andrew Barnes is a standout clerk. He is a great guy and has a lovely way about him.
- Andrew Barnes, Senior Practice Manager, made a genuine effort to understand the client’s needs and wishes and to try to accommodate them.
- [His] great skill is listening and responding to client needs.
- His clerking is second to none and he has been an absolute asset to the team; he’s excellent – responsive, and has a genuine understanding of the teams he works with.
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