About
Harry began his clerking career in 2009. He is one of our Senior Practice Managers at Coram Chambers. His responsibilities include deputising for the Senior Clerk where necessary, the business development of chambers, work allocation, agreeing and negotiating fees (at all levels) as well as diary management. Harry, together with the other Senior Practice Managers and Senior Clerk, is also integral in the strategic management of Chambers as well as actively mentoring more junior members of the team.
Harry’s experience and in-depth knowledge of each barrister’s practice enables him to provide an efficient service across all areas within chambers and to assist clients with their specific requirements. He is a qualified public access clerk and is a member of the Institute of Barristers’ Clerks and Resolution.
As quoted in the legal directories:
“Harry Butcher is organised and happy to go the extra mile to accommodate, ensuring counsel is available when needed at a price the case can afford.”
Chambers & Partners, 2025
“Harry Butcher will do anything and everything he can do to help. He is always available and will know what it is you need. You can tell Coram Chambers Clerks have good relationships with their barristers. Furthermore, they are honest and upfront.”
Legal 500, 2024
“Harry Butcher (Practice Manager) is outstanding. A phone call never goes unreturned and if a barrister of my choice isn’t available, they’ll always ensure I have a very good alternative. They are polite and easy to speak to.”
Chambers & Partners, 2023
“The clerks are the best, in particular Harry Butcher who is able to expertly balance the requirements of the solicitors with the barristers.”
Chambers & Partners, 2023
“Practice Manager Harry Butcher is efficient and has a real skill for managing cases and diaries.” Chambers & Partners UK, 2022
