Deputy Senior Clerk
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Robert Penson Direct Dial: +44 (0)20 7406 1258 Rob is our Deputy Senior Clerk. He joined Maitland Chambers in 2004, having started his clerking career in 1998. As deputy to John Wiggs, Rob assists in leading the clerking team, focusing on the development of the barristers’ practices, fee negotiation and building and maintaining client relationships. Working closely with John, he ensures the effective running of a modern chambers. Additionally, Rob is heavily involved with the marketing and promotion of chambers both domestically and internationally, this includes regular visits to offshore jurisdictions. Outside of chambers, Rob enjoys spending time with his family and keeping himself fit, including cycling, which he often combines with raising money for various charities. Rob is noted by Legal 500 as ‘the polar opposite of the pantomime villain clerks of the small screen’ and ‘a brilliant port of call and never fails to go the extra mile’ (2017); ‘a delight to work with’, providing ‘round-the-clock support and assistance’; 'one of the most responsive barristers' clerks' (2016). |
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