Sharon Robson

It is with great sadness that Parklane Plowden Chambers share the news that our former Senior Practice Director and great friend Sharon Robson died at home on Sunday morning, surrounded by her beloved family.

Sharon was an inspirational woman and outstanding barristers’ clerk, who championed and supported members of chambers and staff alike. She was a key member of our senior clerking team, playing a crucial role in the careers of many current and former members, several of whom went on to judicial appointments, with her characteristic calmness, efficiency, and kindness. She was just as important in the mentoring and professional development of junior members of the clerking team, with a talent for spotting and nurturing those with potential. She was highly regarded by clients: earlier this year, she was described in a legal directory as “one of the best clerks I have dealt with in my career”.  Perhaps most importantly, she was our friend.

Sharon retired from Chambers just one month ago, after the treatment that she had been undergoing for cancer came to an end. She dealt with her illness with immense bravery and fortitude. We will miss her greatly. Our thoughts are with her husband Glen, children Holly and Cameron, and mam Gerry. Further details of Sharon’s trail-blazing career can be found: here.