Keith has been our Senior Clerk since 1992 and offers our professional clients all the guidance and resources that they need to make an informed decision about the correct choice of barrister. He ensures that their cases and instructions are dealt with diligently by every member of our Chambers.
Chambers UK 2022 says “The very client-oriented Keith Plowman, senior clerk, is incredibly responsive and has an innovative, can-do approach.” and “The clerking is first class: Keith is very responsive, helpful, pragmatic and sensible. He is a joy to deal with.”
The Legal 500 2022 also says ‘Keith Plowman is the senior clerk and is a pleasure to work with. He is creative, proactive and provides an excellent service to all clients and customers of Ten Old Square.’,
Keith Plowman and Marc Schofield give a superb service, and are always extremely pleasant to deal with.’,
‘Strong and commercial, pragmatic.’, ‘The clerks are exceptional. I enjoy working with them.‘,
‘The clerks are, frankly, a joy.’ and ‘Excellent. Helpful, pleasant and efficient.’
Chambers UK 2021 said that Keith is “responsive and very helpful.” with previous editions noting that he is also “..straightforward, responsive and helpful. He advises honestly and meaningfully.”
Our Senior Clerk also maintains an executive role in Chambers and is responsible for the efficient management of Chambers’ business and the collective welfare of our entire workforce. He is also the first responder to our clients regarding any regulatory or consumer issues which may arise. Keith also currently holds the following qualified positions within Chambers:-
- Chambers’ Data Protection Manager (Fully Certified in UK GDPR and Cyber Security – Briefed 2021/2022)
- Chambers’ Diversity Data Officer (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Accreditation – Briefed 2022)
- Chambers’ Diversity and Inclusion Charter Champion
- Member of the Legal Practice Management Association [LPMA]
Keith leads a small team of very experienced Clerks who are renowned for their professional yet refreshingly candid approach.
The modern legal landscape is a complicated arena and Keith recognises that our professional clients need accurate information and assistance to enable them to deal with myriad considerations relating to manpower and costs.
