Sharon Robson

We are very sad to announce that Sharon Robson, our much loved Senior Practice Director, has retired from her role in Chambers on medical grounds. Many of those who know her will be aware that, until recently, she had been undergoing treatment for cancer.

Sharon began her groundbreaking career at Trinity Chambers, where she joined as office junior straight from school, later progressing to become the first ever female barristers’ clerk in Newcastle. She joined Plowden Chambers in 2005 as Deputy Senior Clerk, working alongside Mike Stubbs. The chambers she joined has undergone a huge transformation over the years, including the merger with Parklane Chambers in 2009 and substantial growth thereafter. Sharon played a crucial part in making those changes a success.

Calm, hardworking, reliable and efficient, Sharon has been a key member of our senior clerking team and is held in high regard by members and clients alike. She has been the driving force behind the employment team for many years and has nurtured, developed and played a pivotal role in the careers of many current and former members, including a number who have gone on to have successful judicial careers.

Sharon has consistently gained plaudits in Chambers and Partners and the Legal 500 for the excellence of her work and her client service. This year, for example, she was described as “fantastic” and “one of the best clerks I have dealt with in my career.”

In recent years, and through some very difficult times, she has shown enormous resilience, loyalty and leadership, battling her cancer with incredible bravery and fortitude. She has been an inspiration to the rest of us and will be hugely missed in Chambers by members, staff and clients alike. Our thoughts are with her and her family. 

Should any readers wish to send a message to Sharon, they should do so by emailing Elizabeth.Hodgson@parklaneplowden.co.uk and we will ensure it is passed on.