James Kelly

James Kelly

“James Kelly is excellent, his presence means that the relationship with the barristers runs very smoothly. He is a problem solver.”

- Legal 500 2026

“The clerks are very good. James Kelly is always good and Ben Hart is very proactive.”

- Legal 500 2026

“Team leader James Kelly goes over and above to find the correct fit for a brief, within often impossible timeframes.”

- Chambers & Partners 2026

“James Kelly and Andrew Monks are very good, they really understand the business of clerking and what solicitors need.“

- Chambers & Partners 2026

“Team leader James Kelly is a standout clerk”

- Chambers & Partners 2026

Team Leader

James joined Chambers in 2015 and is team leader of the team responsible for the management and practice development of junior barristers above 12 years’ call in Chambers. James’ key responsibilities include fee negotiation, business development, client care, fair allocation of work and diary management.

Prior to his career in Chambers, James was the Senior Listing Officer of the Commercial Court, and previously was a Listing Officer in the Chancery and King’s Bench Divisions of the High Court. This experience gives him valuable insight into the practices and processes of the court system.

Winner: UK Bar Awards 2024
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