Michael Shillingford – Deputy Senior Clerk
Michael began his clerking career at Erskine in 2000. He was promoted to First Junior Clerk in February 2016 and has now been promoted to Deputy Senior Clerk in May 2022.
Michael is responsible for the management and development of members’ practices, including diary management, work allocation, fee negotiation, business development, client relationship management, the listing of cases at Court and assisting with the overseeing and management of the junior clerking team.
In 2017, Michael completed the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management with the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM). Michael is a member of the Institute of Barristers’ Clerks (IBC) and has completed the IBC BTEC in clerking and administration.
Michael has also completed the public access course for barristers’ clerks run by The Bar Council.
What the directories say:
“Excellent service, including picking up the phone out of hours. Michael Shillingford, deputy senior clerk, stands out for me.” Chambers & Partners UK Bar 2024
“The quality of clerking at Erskine is impressive. Michael Shillingford, in particular.” Chambers & Partners UK Bar 2024
“Generally very good – Michael Shillingford is particularly responsive.” Legal 500 UK Bar 2024
“Very good indeed. Exceptional service from Michael Shillingford.” Legal 500 UK Bar 2023
“The clerks are great – always really responsive and helpful, particularly when dealing with Court matters. Mark Swallow and Chris Reade in particular are standout, and we’ve had good experience with Michael Shillingford as well.” Legal 500 UK Bar 2020
