Staff

Michael is the Senior Revenue Controller.

Michael joined Doughty Street Chambers in September 2012. Previously he worked as the Fees Clerk in a leading family law set for 7 years. Michael has been clerking in various areas of law since 1976.

Over the last 12 years Michael’s career has concentrated purely on fee collection. His experience in clerking has given him a great understanding of how matters progress and assists him in relation to when matters should be chased.

Terry is the Revenue Controller.

Terry joined Doughty Street in 2009.

Terry commenced his career in the legal sector working in the court department at Thompson Solicitors.  Prior to that he worked at Field Court Chambers as a criminal clerk and at Francis Taylor Buildings.

In his spare time Terry enjoys sports including boxing and playing golf and loves to travel.

Norman is a Revenue Controller.

Norman Joined Doughty Street in Jun 2013 having previously worked in chambers undertaking all aspects of common law. Norman has been clerking since 1972.  His previous role as a Senior Clerk is invaluable experience for his current role.

Matt is the Revenue Controller and is led by Michael Sweeney.

His responsibilities include monitoring and chasing any aged debt fees and queries for the Civil team.

He joined Doughty Street Chambers in November 2016. 

Outside of work, Matt’s interests include many sports such as Football and Boxing and enjoys general socialising.

Sarah is responsible for the billing of criminal and extradition work and also assists with civil billing.

Sarah began her clerking career in 2001 as a fees clerk in a common law set before moving on to roles as a Second Junior and then First Junior Clerk, specialising in Crime and Professional Discipline and Regulatory Law.

Melissa is a Civil Billing Clerk.

Melissa joined Chambers in July 2019.

Chris Sacker is the Systems and Processes Practice Manager.

Chris joined Chambers in April 2019.

Andreas is the Head of Finance and has overall responsibility for Chambers' finance functions.

Andreas joined Chambers in September 2008.

He trained in a small accountancy practice becoming a Client Manager responsible for a range of clients ensuring that their financial affairs were handled correctly and in a timely fashion. Andreas then became the Finance Manager for a thriving Central London firm of Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys. When they were taken over, he became  Regional Financial Controller for the London and Cambridge offices.

He is a qualified ACCA accountant and has a BA (Hons) in History.

Beverly is the Finance Assistant.

She is responsible for the day to day element of purchase ledger activities, together with various other financial administration duties.

Beverly joined Chambers in February 2009, having come from a finance background in various industry sectors.

Shahin is a Finance Assistant.

She joined Chambers in 2018.

Shahin is responsible for processing Supplier invoices, payments and various other tasks in the finance department.

Prior to joining Doughty Street Shahin has worked with Natwest Bank where she finished her full CeMap and moved on to become an Independent Mortgage Advisor. She then moved into the Finance field and became a Bookkeeper for manufacturing, service and property sector.

Peter is the Head of Business Development.

Based out of our Manchester offices but working nationwide, Peter develops new relationships for Chambers whilst reinforcing existing ones. He welcomes feedback on the service provided by our barristers and support staff.

Peter joined Doughty Street in 2018 as Chambers’ Regional Business Development Manager and has since taken overall responsibility for the business development and marketing of all Doughty Street's practice areas and is the main point of contact for new business.  

He takes a multi-disciplinary approach to ensure, where appropriate, our clients receive a 360, holistic service from our range of specialist counsel.  

Peter benefits from having many years' experience clerking at a leading set in his native North East.

Sheena Byrne joined Chambers in June 2019 as the Interim Business Development Manager. 

Sheena specialises in business planning and development, marketing analysis and positioning, and client relationship management. As an integral member of the original team at Chambers & Partners legal directories, she was instrumental in formulating the research methodology and developing the publication brand as an editor and assistant publisher. Since then she has worked with a wide variety of leading law firms, barristers’ chambers, representative bodies including the Law Society and the Inns of Court, advising senior decision makers of these organisations on critical aspects that impact on their business expansion. 

Sheena is a qualified solicitor and holds a BSc (Honours) Degree in Chemistry.

Robert is the Marketing Manager and joined Chambers in June 2019.

Robert is responsible for effectively delivering the marketing function of Chambers, working closely with those delivering Business Development and Events in order to provide our barrister stakeholders with a high-impact and strongly clientfocused service.

Robert helps our barristers showcase and gain recognition for their expertise, and ensure clients and targets are fully aware of our work and how we may be able to assist.

Cynthia is the Client Experience Manager.

She is reponsible for event management for both internal and external events and plays a lead role in organising activities aimed at building internal cohesion and a more integrated Doughty Street community.

Cynthia joined Chambers in January 2006.

Richard is the Marketing and Admin Assistant based out of the Manchester office.

Richard joined Doughty Street Chambers in 2018.

Sandy is the Library Manager.

She is responsible for the development of Chambers’ legal information, our library and maintaining the internal current awareness services. She also offers paralegal support to the practitioners and is responsible for the production of the Doughty Street Human Rights Bulletin.

Sandy joined chambers in 2008 having worked previously as the legal resources manager for a city law firm.  Previously Sandy was the EU Publications and Information Manager for Lexis Nexis.

Sandy has a law degree and various postgraduate diplomas including EU Social Policy; Women and the Law; and International Law.

Louise is the Chambers Librarian.

Louise works with Sandy in controlling and developing the operation of Chambers’ library, including research facilities and the preparation of court bundles.

Joined Doughty Street in August 2015.

Louise is a graduate in European Humanities with Classical Studies and also holds an MA in Library and Information Studies. She has a varied background in legal library management and information administration having worked at the British Dental Association, a range of large city law firms and within the financial services sector.

Cherno is the Head of Operations. He is responsible for the day to day management of all Chambers facilities and administrative functions.

Cherno joined Doughty Street Chambers in September 2014 following his previous role as a Public Law Paralegal at a Top 20 ‘Magic Circle’ City Law Firm. Prior to this, between 2009 and 2013, Cherno enjoyed various roles at Doughty Street Chambers as a Junior Clerk, Legal Researcher and Administrator.

He currently holds an LLB Hons Degree in Law and an LLM Master’s Degree in Intellectual Property Law.

He was born and educated in The Gambia and has a great passion for film and theatre, as well as a strong devotion to various charitable organisations in both the UK and The Gambia.

Terrance joined Doughty Street Chambers in June 2019 as the Front of House Supervisor. His responsibilities are predominately concerned with the smooth running of the front of house area of chambers ensuring that every visitor and colleague is met with a professional and friendly welcome from the reception team. Terrance has a BSc in Hotel, Catering and Hospitality Management from Sheffield Hallam University and brings over 15 years of management and team building experience with him. His experience includes managing 5 star hotels such as the Royal Garden Hotel in London, The Randolph in Oxford and Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf and Spa in Bedfordshire, as well as more recently managing teams within the corporate arena such as Smith & Nephew and Regent Street Management Direct. 

Away from work Terrance is a family man and an avid reader of fictional novels by John Grisham and Dan Brown as well as proudly supporting Manchester United football club. He has a keen interest in youth charities and volunteers for Young Enterprise whenever possible.

Eunice is a receptionist and has been at Doughty Street Chambers for over 10 years. She works alongside Terrance (Front of House Supervisor) answering calls, meeting and greeting visitors and ensuring that everyone is made to feel welcome. She also assists in preparing meeting rooms for client conferences and other chambers events.

Eunice has an LLB in Law and has a keen interest in Film. She is also an avid reader of both fiction and non-fiction especially in relation to race, mental health, women’s rights and politics. She is of Ghanaian descent and goes back to Ghana often to visit friends and relatives.

Amanda is an Office Assistant and has been with Doughty Street Chambers since April 2018. She provides support to the clerks with preparation of court bundles, management of post, and various facilities tasks. She also works closely with the Front of House team to provide Reception cover, including operating the switchboard, meeting and greeting visitors, and managing the meeting room diary.

Outside of work, Amanda enjoys spending time with friends, going to the theatre and music venues. She also enjoys gardening with family and growing vegetables on her allotment.