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.

Ruth is a Costs Lawyer who joined Doughty Street Chambers in January 2020 having previously worked with TMC Legal Services Limited and previously worked as a Consultant within chambers.

Since her qualification in November 2014, Ruth has specialised in dealing with high value and complex Group Litigation in addition personal injury, clinical negligence and human rights claims.

Outside of work, Ruth is keen animal lover and enjoys taking her dog for walks with friends and family. She also enjoys spending time with her nieces and nephews.

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.

Sheena Byrne joined Chambers in June 2019 as a Senior Manager (Client Services). 

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.

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 Operations Executive based out of the Manchester office.

He manages e-marketing campaigns to clients and assists website and content management. He is also involved with the production and design of marketing collateral for brochures, events and online/social media ensuring all material represents the core brand of Chambers.

Richard co-ordinates processes for making submissions to industry awards and legal directories, engaging with barrister team leaders as appropriate, as well as helping to manage relationships with external agencies tasked to provide assistance.

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.

Julie Ahadi is the Head of People and Business Development. Her role is to manage the People and HR function and to help optimise and ‘future-proof’ Chambers’ operating capabilities.

Julie joined Chambers in September 2019.

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.

Chris Sacker is the Systems and Processes Practice Manager.

Chris joined Chambers in April 2019.

Isi is the Secretariat for Chambers. Isi joined Doughty Street in January 2020 having previously worked as the Board Secretary for the Women’s Institute. Isi works closely with the CEO, HR and Board at Doughty Street.

Isi volunteers for four charities; Cancer Research UK, Age UK, London Canal Museum and Macmillan Cancer Research in her spare time, in the evenings and weekends. Isi also enjoys reading and knitting.

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.

Rianna joined Doughty Street Chambers in January 2020 and is a junior receptionist working with Terrance and Eunice ensuring a smooth running of chambers.

She’s previously worked as a beautician for 6 years working at Beauty Essence by St Pauls. As well as treating clients Rianna also took on the roll of front of house receptionist which motivated her to pursue a career in this area.

In her spare time she likes to socialise with friends, spend time with family. enjoys running and will soon be applying for the London Marathon.