Criminal Clerk Vacancy

Due to the forthcoming retirement of one of our long serving criminal clerks an exciting opportunity has arisen to join our highly experienced, professional and friendly clerking team.

The criminal team of Barristers at Dere Street, headed by Richard Herrmann, is one of the strongest on the North East Circuit. The team’s 4 silks and 27 junior barristers provide expertise across the entire field of criminal law throughout the region and beyond. Highly skilled advocates provide exceptional service in all criminal courts and sound, reliable advice at all stages of proceedings.

The clerking team has a wealth of experience in clerking crime. Craig Mead, Joanne Brown and Nick Peto all have a long history with Dere Street and know their barristers and clients well. They are supported by experienced Junior clerks, Andrea Eccleston and Katie Thompson. Claire Rance joined the clerking team in 2023. They know the importance of maintaining a good and trusting relationship with professional clients and that the key to doing so is communication and a thorough understanding of the client’s requirements. They will all go the extra mile to meet those requirements.

If you have the ability to think on your feet making real time decision, can work as part of a team and have excellent communications skills then we would love to hear from you. Further information on what the role involves and how to submit your application can be found here