Our People

The clerks’ room ‘sets the benchmark’ for other sets with its ‘friendly, knowledgeable, and hardworking’ clerks.

'the clerks' room is easy to deal with and highly commercial'

Overall, the team is said to be ‘highly responsive, proactive in assisting the smooth running of cases, and always willing to assist in document production, arranging meetings, document filings, and assisting in complex cost and budgeting issues’.

'the service from the clerking team is second to none'

The ‘slick’ and ‘proactive’ clerking team is ‘top class, straightforward, transparent’ and ‘very good at developing and promoting the qualities of their juniors’.

‘One doesn’t often notice a significant difference between the clerking teams of major sets of chambers; but Brick Court is unmatched.’

"The chambers is commended for its clerks, who are ‘responsive, knowledgeable and always happy to help’."

The ‘commercial and approachable’ clerks are ‘very-service minded, very responsive and deserve accolade’.

“A set that is singled out for its “first rate” clerking and “client service oriented, commercial approach.”

Clerks

The clerks' room is integral to the continued success of Brick Court Chambers.

Our clerks are knowledgeable, proactive and efficient. They have detailed understanding of the many courts and tribunals in which we practise. We have an open and flexible approach to fee negotiations.

Our joint senior clerks are Paul Dennison and Tony Burgess, who were appointed in 2018.

To ensure detailed knowledge of members of chambers' practices, the clerks at Brick Court Chambers are divided into teams. However, all of our clerks will be very comfortable discussing the practice of any member of chambers.

Individual contact details are below. Should you need to contact us urgently out of hours, clerks@brickcourt.co.uk will alert all clerks to your query.

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Paul Dennison

Paul joined Brick Court Chambers in 2007, having previously been at Blackstone Chambers for ten years. He was appointed Senior Clerk in August 2018.

Paul leads the clerking team with Tony Burgess, and oversees and strengthens members of chambers' practices. As well as this responsibility for individuals, Paul concentrates on business development with clients, and domestic and international marketing of chambers.

He is a member of chambers’ executive and marketing committees which oversee all aspects of chambers' business and strategic development.

Paul is a member of the Institute of Barristers’ Clerks and the International Bar Association.

Client feedback includes:

Chambers & Partners 2026:

"Senior clerk Paul Dennison is super responsive and really good at having a chat about counsel options. He is a very good intermediary with their counsel team and will give fair feedback."

"Brick Court Chambers have been the easiest clerking team to deal with, particularly senior clerks Paul Dennison and Tony Burgess."

"They are very efficient, and good at anticipating client questions and needs. I would call out Tony Burgess and Paul Dennison, they are excellent - brilliant to deal with and very well connected."

"Paul Dennison, senior clerk, and Phillip Wilkes, senior practice manager, provide an exemplary service."

"Both Paul Dennison and Tony Burgess understand our business and how to make sure we get the best package. They are amazing, very responsive and their quality is incredible across all disciplines."

"They're a solid clerking team, I know Paul Dennison very well. We've had to do a number of negotiations over fees and availability, and they've always been engaging and enjoyable to work with."

"Tony Burgess and Paul Dennison lead an exceptional team that is very responsive."

"Paul Dennison and Tony Burgess are class acts - a pleasure to deal with."

"Senior Clerk Paul Dennison and team are always very responsive, pragmatic and commercial."

Legal 500 2026:

"Paul Dennis and Tony Burgess are a classy pair - very experienced, responsive and approachable."

"Phil Wilkes and Paul Dennison are a great clerking team, always a pleasure to deal with."

"Paul Dennison is very responsive."

"Paul Dennison is always a pleasure to deal with."

"Paul Dennison runs a tight ship."

"Paul Dennison is an outstanding senior clerk whose professionalism, efficiency, and deep understanding of the commercial Bar make him an invaluable asset to Brick Court Chambers. He brings a calm authority and a proactive, solutions-focused approach to every aspect of his role, ensuring smooth and effective service for solicitors and clients alike."

For out of hours requests please contact Paul via his mobile phone: 07930 532991