Clerks & Administration

Bernie Hyatt - Senior Clerk

Telephone: +44 (0)20-7910-8312

Bernie is Joint Senior Clerk and began his career as a Barrister’s clerk in 1973.

He qualified as a member of the Institute of Barrister’s Clerks in 1986.

Bernie commenced his career at One Essex Court (now known as the Chambers of Lord Grabiner QC);he then moved to Queen Elizabeth Building (the Chambers now known as Stone Chambers) before joining 7 King’s Bench Walk in December 1989.

Described by Legal 500 as "superb", Bernie is well known and well respected by solicitors and clients for his efforts to ensure that their requirements are met and that they receive the high quality of service they have come to expect from 7KBW.  As well as playing an active role in the marketing and business development for Chambers, he has an intimate knowledge of the work undertaken by all members and is heavily involved in diary management and fee negotiation.  He is responsible for the smooth running of the clerking team and for ensuring a professional service is always provided.

Outside Chambers, Bernie is enthusiastic about sports (watching and taking part) and music (particularly attending live shows at the 02 Arena), both of which have become a regular theme in Chambers’ marketing events.

Greg Leyden - Senior Clerk

Telephone: +44 (0)20-7910-8314

Mobile: +44 (0)7768-008-116

Greg is Joint Senior Clerk. He has 26 years of experience behind him having commenced employment at 7KBW in 1984, when Adrian Hamilton Q.C. was Head of Chambers, and has clerked the likes of Lord Mance, Lord Justice Longmore, Lord Justice Tomlinson, Mr. Justice Cooke and Mr. Justice Flaux in his time at Chambers.

He is jointly responsible for the smooth and efficient running of Chambers’ clerking team, and is dedicated to ensuring that all members of the team provide a professional, reliable and personal service to all our solicitors and clients.  He is always happy to advise on the type of expertise and experience required for a particular case.  He also deals with business development, diary management and fee negotiations in appropriate cases, and is always on hand to advise and assist other members of the clerks’ room.

His interests include playing golf, shooting, fishing and, although born in Kent and living in Surrey, supporting West Ham United.

Eddie Johns - Clerk

Telephone: +44 (0)20-7910-8311

Ed joined chambers in 1991 as a junior clerk when Adrian Hamilton QC was head of chambers. In his 19 years at such a busy and well respected set he has gained invaluable experience in all aspects of clerking and above all appreciates the importance of providing solicitors and clients with an honest, efficient and friendly service.

He is involved in all aspects of diary management and regularly fixes hearings in the High Court and with (and often on behalf of) arbitral tribunals. He deals with fee negotiation at all levels and is also involved in various aspects of internal chambers administration and management. He overseas and assists the junior members of the clerking team to ensure that deadlines are met and the high standards of chambers are maintained.

He enjoys reading/watching science fiction, keeping up with current affairs, surfing (the internet variety), following the antics of The Arsenal (if they are playing well – typical Gooner!), avoiding using public transport and the occasional spot of DIY.

Gary Rose - Clerk

Telephone: +44 (0)20-7910-8313

Gary joined Chambers as a junior clerk in 1998.

His main duties include liaising with clients in relation to the distribution of work, management of Counsels' diaries and fee negotiation.

Gary has a very detailed knowledge with regard to the listing of hearings in all divisions at the High Court.

His hobbies include Football (watching and playing), Cricket (just watching), films and reading.

Dean Cunniff - Clerk

Telephone: +44 (0)20-7910-8302

Dean joined chambers in 2003 as a junior clerk and since then has progressed to become a member of the senior clerking team.  Much of his work involves liaising with the various listing offices to fix trials and other hearings, as well as assisting more senior members of the clerking team with diary management, fee negotiations, marketing and the day to day administration of Chambers.

He is a keen sportsman who plays rugby for a local team, and also enjoys watching rugby and football.  He also enjoys travelling and participating in activities such as surfing and snorkelling, listens to a wide range of music, and enjoys going to the cinema, theatre and concerts.

Susan Luxford - Accounts Manager

Telephone: +44 (0)20-7910-8300

Gabi Wishart - Accounts Assistant

Telephone: +44 (0)20-7910-8300