Mark combines a mix of high level business positioning and transformation with on-the-ground implementation in organisations large and small, local and international. Mark has led large change management programmes, has played a key role in the strategic globalisation of a major law firm, led one of the first trans-Atlantic merger and has advised on a range of game changing projects. Mark was recognised in The Lawyer Hot 100 list.
m.dembovsky@doughtystreet.co.uk
Mark combines a mix of high level business positioning and transformation with on-the-ground implementation in organisations large and small, local and international. Mark has led large change management programmes, has played a key role in the strategic globalisation of a major law firm, led one of the first trans-Atlantic mergers and has advised on a range of game changing projects. Mark was recognised in The Lawyer Hot 100 list.
Maurice joined Doughty Street in September 2014 to lead its newly restructured criminal clerking team. He has since taken overall responsibility for the business development and marketing of all Doughty Street's practice areas. He is involved in managing our key client programme, and is the main point of contact for new business. In particular, he designs solutions for clients who require multi-disciplinary advice, collating teams of barristers from our various practice areas, and he fosters strategic partnerships with clients for developing mutually beneficial revenue streams.
Maurice will be pleased to advise solicitors in private practice, in-house counsel, accountants, and other professionals seeking to instruct barristers directly, on suitable choices of counsel and on fees. He is always interested to have feedback on the service our barristers and clerks provide to our clients.
Prior to joining Doughty Street he spent five and a half years working at a 2 Hare Court (the Chambers of Jonathan Laidlaw QC), a leading criminal and regulatory set, which he joined from a UK-listed global recruitment company where he sourced partners and associates for City and International firms. Before that he worked for a firm of specialist fraud solicitors. He graduated in English and Law from the University of Cambridge, and is a member of the Legal Practice Managers' Association, the Chartered Institute of Marketing, and the Financial Services Lawyers' Association. The 2016 Chambers & Partners Guide says of him that he "is hailed as a fabulous asset to any chambers." The 2017 Guide notes he "attracts high praise from sources", "is very business-minded, and [is] a massive credit to Doughty Street."
Direct Dial: 020 7400 8906 / Mobile: 07967 728363
m.macsweeney@doughtystreet.co.uk
Maurice joined Doughty Street in September 2014 to lead its newly restructured criminal clerking team. He has since taken overall responsibility for the business development and marketing of all Doughty Street's practice areas. He is involved in managing our key client programme, and is the main point of contact for new business. In particular, he designs solutions for clients who require multi-disciplinary advice, collating teams of barristers from our various practice areas, and he fosters strategic partnerships with clients for developing mutually beneficial revenue streams.
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Martin has been working in the legal IT sector since early 2000, he gained experience, initially supporting barristers chambers software packages and later implementing technical solutions and offering consultancy to chambers in London and the South of England.
Outside of chambers Martin is a keen scuba diver and is qualified as a professional PADI instructor and is also a certified power-boat handler. At weekends and evenings he can be found often in a swimming pool, lake or seaside destination teaching others how to dive. Martin is also enthusiastic about marine conservation and animal rights.
m.rishton@doughtystreet.co.uk
Liam Wood joined Doughty Street Chambers in March 2013 expanding our IT support services. His key responsibilities are to maintain the IT systems and to assist Martin in any projects involving the IT systems. Prior to this Liam worked as a Trainee IT & Admin assistant in a solicitors firm. During his time there Liam built up a strong foundation of experience in hardware fault finding, he is also very knowledgable on a variety of software packages.
l.wood@doughtystreet.co.uk
Cherno Jagne joined Doughty Street Chambers in September 2014 and is responsible for the general operation of the building services. This includes the management of the library and bundling service, the front-of-house services provided by the reception team, as well as the management of Chambers’ office assistants. He liaises with the Deputy Chief Executive in order to coordinate necessary actions.
Cherno studied Law at the University of Wolverhampton and completed a Masters Degree at Queen Mary’s University of London. He previously worked as a Junior Clerk, Facilities Administrator, and Legal Researcher at Doughty Street Chambers for 4 years, after joining in September 2009. Prior to rejoining Doughty Street Chambers, he worked as a Paralegal in the Public Law Department of a Top 20 Law Firm.
Cherno’s biggest passion is for film and theatre. He has trained at institutions such as Identity Drama School and the Birmingham School of Acting, as well as performing at venues such as The Courtyard Theatre, Sadler’s Wells Theatre and the Dominion Theatre. As well as his ‘Die Hard’ interest in film and theatre, Cherno is also a lifelong Arsenal fan.
c.jagne@doughtystreet.co.uk
George joined Doughty Street Chambers in January 2016 as a Facilities Administrator. George’s responsibilities consist of day to day maintenance and running of Doughty Street buildings, printer maintenance and stationery stock checks.
Previously, he attended the University of Winchester where he successfully graduated with a degree in Social Work; BSc. George has worked both in the mental health and educational sector.
020 7404 1313
g.wilkins@doughtystreet.co.uk
Sandy joined chambers in 2008 and is responsible for the development of chambers’ legal information, 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.
Previously she worked as the legal resources manager for a city law firm and prior to that 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.
s.dutczak@doughtystreet.co.uk
Louise Joined Doughty Street in August 2015 as Legal Information and Research Assistant
Louise will be working closely with Sandy in controlling and developing the operation of Chambers’ library, including research facilities and the preparation of court bundles.
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.
l.anderson@doughtystreet.co.uk
Cynthia joined Chambers in January 2006. She heads the Reception team which is responsible for front of house, switchboard and meeting room facilities.
c.francis@doughtystreet.co.uk
Eunice joined Chambers' staff in July 2007 and is part of the Reception Team.
e.danso@doughtystreet.co.uk
Andreas joined chambers in September 2008 as Head of Finance and has overall responsibility for the finance functions of the chambers.
He trained in a small accountancy practice and worked for them for twelve years. When they were taken over by a larger practice he became a client manager responsible for a range of clients ensuring that their financial affairs were handled correctly and in a timely fashion by all departments within the firm. After three years he branched out into the world of Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys becoming the Finance Manager in a thriving firm in central London. They were responsible for worldwide applications for a variety of individuals and commercial organisations. After two years they too were taken over by a larger firm who had offices in many countries. In this he was the Regional Financial Controller for the London and Cambridge offices. He continued there for a year before making the move to Doughty Street Chambers.
He is a qualified ACCA accountant. Before getting into accountancy he worked for a number of years as a financial administrator in the London Borough Of Camden Social Services Department. He also has a BA (Hons) in History.
a.michaelides@doughtystreet.co.uk
Beverly joined Chambers in February 2009, having come to us from a finance background in various industry sectors. Beverly is responsible for the day to day element of purchase ledger activities, together with various other financial administration duties to support our service levels.
b.samuel@doughtystreet.co.uk
Eileen joined Doughty Street Chambers in April 2017 as Senior Marketing Manager. Eileen is responsible for bringing a new strategic outlook to the marketing and communications function of the Chambers.
Eileen comes from a legal marketing background and has previous experience in the events and publishing industry. Chartered Institute of Marketing qualified, Eileen is the official London blogger for the CIM event’s series.
e.donaghey@doughtystreet.co.uk
Elina joined Doughty Street Chambers in May 2017 following her previous role as Marketing Executive for a B2B conference company. Her background is in events and social media management.
She currently holds a diploma in Social Media and Digital Marketing and her main responsibilities at Doughty Street Chambers include maintaining the company website, promotion of seminars and supporting Eileen with her development of a new marketing strategy.
Elina was born and raised in Southeast London and is a lifelong Afc Wimbledon supporter.
020 7404 1313
e.gibbons-plowright@doughtystreet.co.uk
Olivia joined Doughty Street Chambers in August 2017 after graduating with a Philosophy degree from Lancaster University. Olivia’s role is to assist and support the Chief Executive, Mark Dembovsky with special projects, human resources and administrative processes. Some of her main responsibilities include planning pupil processes, managing HR files and supporting recruitment.
o.scott@doughtystreet.co.uk
Sian joined Doughty Street in May 2011 having previously worked as a civil clerk at 1 Pump Court Chambers. Sian is a civil team leader and is responsible for developing and managing the civil practitioners in chambers and focuses on the management of barristers' diaries and on agreeing and billing of fees.
Sian is primarily responsible for the following practice areas: Housing, Community Care, Education, Immigration and Mental Health.
s.wilkins@doughtystreet.co.uk
Rachel Joined Doughty Street Chambers in February 2011 after successfully completing her A Levels. Rachel began her career in clerking as an office assistant at Doughty Street and quickly progressed to the position of Team Assistant in one of the civil practice teams, led by Sian Wilkins. This team specialise in Community Care, Education, Housing, Immigration and Mental Health. Rachel is now a Senior Practice Assistant and is responsible for diary management, fees negotiation, and business development. Rachel has also completed the BTEC Advanced Award in Chambers; Administration for Barristers’ Clerks.
Rachel is currently undertaking a Spanish course and enjoys spending time with her family, in particular, her niece.
r.finch@doughtystreet.co.uk
Emily Joined Doughty Street Chambers in March 2015 having previously been a Clerk at 1 Pump Court Chambers. Emily is a [Civil Team Junior] in one of the civil practice teams, led by Sian Wilkins. This team specialise in Community Care, Education, Housing, Immigration and Mental Health. Emily is responsible for fixings, day to day diary management and administration of fees. Emily has also completed the BTEC Advanced Award in Chambers; Administration for Barristers’ Clerks.
Outside of work, Emily enjoys horse riding and spending time with her friends and family, especially her 2 younger brothers.
020 7404 1313
e.norman@doughtystreet.co.uk
Connor Joined Doughty Street Chambers in June 2016 with previous clerking experience at 5 Stone Buildings. Connor is a Civil Team Junior in one of the civil practice teams, led by Sian Wilkins. This team specialise in Community Care, Education, Housing, Immigration and Mental Health. Connor is responsible for fixings, day to day diary management and allocation of new work.
Outside of work, Connor enjoys keeping active by participating in sport regularly and relaxing with family and friends.
020 7404 1313
c.leach@doughtystreet.co.uk
Richard began clerking in 1986 and joined Doughty Street Chambers when it was first formed in 1990. He is responsible for developing and managing the practices of the civil practitioners in chambers and focuses on the management of barrister's diaries and on agreeing and billing fees.
Richard is primarily responsible for the following practice areas: Actions Against the Police, Prisons, Inquests and Crime related Public Law.
07736 160 394
r.bayliss@doughtystreet.co.uk
Luke joined Doughty Street in March 2015, starting his career at 42 Bedford Row Chambers in early 2010 he progressed to Civil Team Assistant in late 2012.
Luke is the Civil Team Deputy working alongside Richard Bayliss, he assists in the management and development of all aspects of barristers’ practises including diary management, allocation of new work, fee negotiation and fixing.
Outside of work, Luke enjoys spending time in the gym and general socialising with both friends and family.
Luke is primarily responsible for the following practise areas: Actions Against the Police, Prisons, Inquests and Crime related Public Law.
07736 160 399
l.christmas@doughtystreet.co.uk
Charlie joined Doughty Street in December 2015, having previously been a Civil Clerk at Temple Garden Chambers. Charlie is Civil Team Junior and assists Luke and Richard with Diary management, allocation of new work and fixing.
Charlie is primarily responsible for the following practice areas: Actions against the Police, Prisons, Inquests and Crime related Public Law.
c.labrum@doughtystreet.co.uk
Anthony joined Doughty Street in May 2011 as a Team Leader’s Assistant, having previously clerked at Old Square Chambers since 2008. In January 2013, Anthony was appointed the role of a Civil Team Leader and is assisted by Callum Stebbing, Neil Goodwright and Sam Cooper.
Anthony is responsible for the management and development of all aspects of the barristers’ practices including; practice/business development, diary management, fee negotiation & billing fees.
He achieved a distinction for the IBC’s Advanced Award in Chambers Administration BTEC course in 2010.
Anthony’s interests include football, boxing and general socialising. He is a dedicated season ticket holder at Chelsea FC.
Anthony is primarily responsible for the following practice areas: Clinical Negligence & Personal Injury, Product Liability, Professional Negligence, Civil International, Mediation, Employment, Media & Defamation, Sport and Information.
a.ward@doughtystreet.co.uk
Callum joined Doughty Street in May 2011 as a Junior Clerk. In November 2014, Callum was appointed the role of Civil Team Deputy and is now led by Anthony Ward. His current responsibilities encompass the management and development of all barristers’ practice including diary management, allocation of new work; fee negotiation and fixing.
Outside of work, Callum participates in a variety of sports including football and golf, and is a keen Charlton fan.
Callum is primarily responsible for the following practice areas: Employment, Professional Discipline, Media, Sport and Information.
c.stebbing@doughtystreet.co.uk
Neil joined Doughty Street Chambers in November 2016, having previously worked at Arden Chambers, 36 Bedford Row and 1 Essex Court.
He is the Civil Team Deputy working alongside Anthony Ward, he assists in the management and development of all aspects of barristers’ practices including diary management, allocation of work and fee negotiation.
Neil is responsible for the following practice areas: Clinical Negligence, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Professional Negligence, Civil International Law and Mediations.
Outside of Work, Neil is an avid movie goer and a Manchester United supporter.
020 7400 9070
n.goodwright@doughtystreet.co.uk
Sam joined Doughty Street Chambers in January 2017 as a Civil Team Junior and assists with diary management, allocation of work, fee negotiation and attending fixing appointments.
He clerks in the following practice areas: Clinical Negligence & Personal Injury, Product Liability, Professional Negligence, Professional Discipline, Civil International & Employment.
In June 2017, Sam passed the IBC’s Advanced Award in Chambers Administration.
Sam’s interests include football (West Ham United), boxing and socialising with friends and family.
020 7404 1313
s.cooper@doughtystreet.co.uk
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.
m.sweeney@doughtystreet.co.uk
Norman Joined Doughty Street in Jun 2013 having previously worked in chambers undertaking all aspects of common law. Norman has been clerking since 1972 and having been a Senior Clerk for the most part of the following years, he finds his experience invaluable in the role he now occupies as Civil Aged Debt Manager.
n.brooks@doughtystreet.co.uk
Matt Joined Doughty Street Chambers in November 2016 working as a Civil Aged Debt Administrator and is led by Michael Sweeney.
His responsibilities include monitoring and chasing any aged debt fee’s and queries for the Civil team.
Outside of work, Matt’s interests include many sports such as Football and Boxing and enjoys general socialising.
020 7404 1313
m.dudley@doughtystreet.co.uk
Tom joined Doughty Street in August 2015, and has day to day responsibility for ensuring our criminal clerks provide our clients with the highest quality of service. He is responsible for developing and managing all forms of crime, fraud and appeals work, as well as international crime and extradition cases. With over 19 years’ clerking experience, he manages the practices of a number of our Silks and senior juniors, and is always happy to advise solicitors and others on suitable choices of counsel, and to agree private fees. He also advises members of the public who may be interested in instructing a barrister directly under the Bar’s Public Access Scheme.
Prior to joining Doughty Street, Tom worked in some of London’s leading criminal sets. He also brings wider commercial experience with him and has strong knowledge of the regulation of the legal sector, having helped to set up one of the first barrister-led alternative business structures permitted by the introduction of the Legal Services Act 2007.
In his spare time Tom enjoys playing golf and is a Leyton Orient Season ticket holder.
Direct Dial: 020 7400 8915 Switchboard: 020 7404 1313 Mobile: 07766 900763
t.street@doughtystreet.co.uk
Richard joined Doughty Street in October 2011, and is a Crime Team Leader responsible for developing and managing all forms of criminal work, but with a particular focus on regulatory and financial crime. With over 25 years’ clerking experience, he manages the practices of a number of our Silks and senior juniors, and is always happy to advise solicitors and others on suitable choices of counsel, and to agree private fees.
Having initially qualified as a graphic designer, Richard is involved in developing the criminal team’s marketing collateral, and having experienced countless changes affecting the criminal justice system in the intervening years, he brings a wealth of knowledge to Doughty Street Crime. He is widely regarded as our resident Criminal Legal Aid expert.
A loyal supporter of Leyton Orient, Richard also enjoys running, the odd ski-ing holiday, and is in demand by pub quiz teams everywhere owing to his renowned knowledge of 20th Century pop music facts.
Mobile: 07899 943731
Direct dial: 020 7400 9054
r.vile@doughtystreet.co.uk
Marc joined Doughty Street Chambers in May 2015 having spent 4 years previously at 1 Pump Court Chambers. Marc assists Emily Martin and Tom Street with clerking all aspects of crime, with a particular specialism in extradition work and international crime.
With his previous experience in the commercial sector, Marc is active in promoting our criminal barristers. He has also undertaken training which allows him to advise members of the public who may wish to know more about instructing our barristers on a public access basis.
He is a member of the Institute of Barristers’ Clerks, and has been actively involved in the committee for the last two years, and is involved in arranging the IBC’s educational and social events.
In Marc’s spare time he is an avid gym goer and car enthusiast.
Direct dial: 0207 400 9037
Mobile: 07730 005622.
m.gilby@doughtystreet.co.uk
Sam joined Doughty Street in October 2016, as a Crime Team Deputy, clerking all aspects of criminal law, in particular liaising with solicitors and courts over listings, arranging conferences, billing, and advising clients on suitable choices of junior counsel. Prior to joining Chambers Sam spent four years as a clerk in the Crime Team at Garden Court Chambers. Sam is in the first year of studying part time for a BSC in Business Management at the University of London, and in his spare time enjoys going to the gym, socialising with friends and supporting Arsenal FC.
Mobile: 07964 522738
020 7400 8903
s.verner@doughtystreet.co.uk
James joined Doughty Street Chambers in June 2016 as a Crime Team Junior supporting the Crime team. He previously worked as a Junior Civil Clerk at Garden Court chambers.
Away from work James enjoys playing football and socialising with friends.
0207 400 9074
j.findley@doughtystreet.co.uk
Terry commenced his career in the legal sector working in the court department at Thompson Solicitors. He then moved onto working at Field Court Chambers as a criminal clerk; after this he worked at Francis Taylor Buildings for ten years where he was promoted to second Junior. Terry then joined Doughty Street in 2009 where he has progressed to an aged debt manager. In his spare time Terry enjoys sports including boxing and playing golf and loves to travel.
t.houchin@doughtystreet.co.uk
Kate joined Doughty Street in 2018. She comes from a legal background having graduated with a degree in Law and French Law. Kate has joined the criminal team specialising in extradition work. Her current responsibilities include diary management, allocating new work and fee negotiation.
k.bolton@doughtystreet.co.uk
Jonathan joined Doughty Street in April 2016 as an Office Assistant. Jonathan works closely with the criminal team to ensure a smooth running of the daily operation of Chambers, by sorting and distributing incoming and outgoing mail, creating of court bundles and managing the collection and distribution of court papers to and from court.
Jonathan previously worked at Pump Court Tax Chambers and 8 New Square.
Outside of work Jonathan enjoys all forms of motor racing, and races karts and also enjoys football.
j.seekings@doughtystreet.co.uk
Reece joined Doughty Street Chambers in September 2016. Reece works closely with the Criminal team to ensure a smooth running of the daily operations of Chambers. His responsibilities include organising incoming and outgoing mail, distributing and collecting papers to and from courts.
Outside of work Reece enjoys keeping fit and socialising with friends.
020 7404 1313
r.arundell@doughtystreet.co.uk
Georgia joined Doughty Street in September 2017 as an Office Assistant. Georgia works closely with the clerks to ensure a smooth running of the daily operation of Chambers and her responsibilities include the distribution of incoming and outgoing mail, creating court bundles, and managing the distribution and collection of papers to and from court.
Outside of work Georgia enjoys going to the cinema and spending time with her dogs
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