Introduction
Justin is Senior Clerk of the St Philips Business and Property Group, having joined chambers in 2011. He commenced his career as a Bar Clerk at 3 Fountain Court before moving to No 5 Chambers as Senior Practice Manager of their Commercial Team. With over 30 years’ experience in barristers’ chambers, Justin brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding to the role here.
“The role of the barrister’s clerk has changed a great deal since I first started in chambers. Although I’m ultimately accountable for the daily supervision of the clerking team, I work closely with senior members of St Philips Business and Property in the planning and development of the business and our members practices. Along with the administration and promotion of the practice teams across the group, my responsibilities also include the management and development of our client relationships. I believe listening to our clients and incorporating what they want from chambers into the services that we provide, is key to the success of our business and the long-term relationships that we aim to build with all of our clients. I’m very lucky to have a team around me which also buys into this philosophy and takes pride in the service that we provide.”
Married to a partner of a Top 20 UK Law Firm and with 3 growing boys, Justin’s time is free time is mostly spent ferrying them between rugby matches and helping run junior sides at Market Bosworth RFC. If a window does appear in his diary, he has been known to enjoy good quality restaurants where he can focus on his wife rather than liaising with her via e-mail. Justin is a member of the Institute of Barristers Clerks.
Testimonials
“Justin Luckman, senior clerk, is ingrained in the Birmingham market. He does a lot to maintain a reputation across the city, and he always knows the right barrister for the right job.” Chambers and Partners 2026
“Justin Luckman, senior clerk, and Ross Hands, first junior clerk, are a pleasure to deal with and nothing is too much trouble for them.” Chambers and Partners 2026
“The clerks are a great assets to the set. Justin Luckman in particular brings decades of expertise to his role, which he clearly uses to support the barristers within the set, and to nurture and develop talented barristers and clerks alike.” Legal 500 2026
“The clerks provide an excellent service. Justin Luckman is brilliant and Jake Smithers is always very helpful too.” Legal 500 2026
“Justin Luckman is approachable and able to find solutions and options to suit a range of clients. He is assisted by a good team.” Legal 500 2026
“The clerks are always very helpful and understanding, including Tom Kelly and Justin Luckman. On occasions when they cannot answer a question immediately, they always come back with a response quickly afterwards.” Legal 500 2026
“Justin Luckman is excellent and is always happy to help.” Legal 500 2026
“Justin Luckman, senior clerk, is one of the best in the business.” Chambers & Partners 2025
“Senior clerk Justin Luckman is great at keeping solicitors informed on progress, pragmatic on fees and he is always on the other end of the phone.” Chambers & Partners 2025
“Justin Luckman is a great operator. He is very approachable, honest and transparent.” Legal 500 2025
“Ross Hands and Justin Luckman in particular provide a faultless service and are a joy to deal with.” Legal 500 2025
“Justin Luckman is an excellent senior clerk – best in business and looks after us extremely well.” Legal 500 2023
“Justin Luckman is always exceptionally helpful.” Legal 500 2023
“Justin Luckman is the best. He looks after us really well and is very commercial in his approach. He and his team understand the challenges with different types of clients and always tailor their terms to be commercial. Justin always goes out of his way to ensure the advocates are available to us when we need them. He’s the most effective of all the barristers’ clerks I’ve ever worked with.” Chambers UK 2022
