About
Sean started his career in 2006 having previously clerked at a senior level at two other Family sets of chambers. He enjoys a reputation for providing excellent service which is recognised in all of the leading legal directories.
Sean leads an experienced, friendly and polished clerking team and is responsible for the strategic management of the clerks as well as having overall responsibility for the practices of all members of Chambers and its operational needs.
In November 2019 Sean was shortlisted for ‘Clerk of the Year’ at the Legal 500 UK Bar awards 2020, providing further recognition of the level of client care Sean provides as well as the esteem his clients hold him in.
Sean is a proud member of the Institute of Barristers Clerks and Resolution.
Testimonials
“Sean Gentleman is one of the best Senior Clerks around.” Legal 500 2024
“Sean Gentleman goes out of his way to find the right barrister for the client.” Legal 500 2024
“Sean Gentleman is an excellent clerk and represents chambers very well”. Legal 500, 2022
“Sean Gentleman, senior family clerk, is incredibly helpful” Chambers & Partners 2021
“Sean Gentleman is first rate. Great service and quick grasp of what the case and the solicitor needs.” Legal 500 2021
“Sean Gentleman is a joy to deal with”. Legal 500 2021
“Exceptional, Senior Family Clerk Sean Gentleman, brings new ideas and excellent service” Legal 500 2020
“Incredibly helpful, efficient and professional. Always go the extra mile”. Legal 500 2019