Administration Team

 

David Jones   David Jones - Chambers Director

David was Chambers Finance Director, and prior to that he was a tax partner with an international firm of Chartered Accountants. Having guided us through the setting up of Chambers, he now has ultimate responsibility for dealing with Chambers Management and Finance.

Outside interests: Singing and boating.

Email: 
david.jones@civitaslaw.com
     
Andrea McLean  

Andrea McLean - Senior Clerk

Andrea is in charge of the clerking team and was previously at 30 Park Place in Cardiff. Andrea is happy to discuss all aspects of members’ practices, including recommendations of suitable counsel, availability and fees. She offers a friendly and efficient approach to clients when guiding and assisting in the appropriate choice of counsel.

Outside Interests: Science and nature, sport, country walking, travelling, reading, folk music, arts and crafts.

Email: 
andrea.mclean@civitaslaw.com

     
Alyson Hartington-Clark   Alyson Hartington-Clark - Clerk

Before joining Chambers Alyson was head receptionist at a well known insurance company in Cardiff. She assists in the day-to-day running of Chambers’ diaries, the allocation of instructions and matters relating to fees.

Outside Interests: Opera, reading and travel.

Email: 
alyson.hartington-clark@civitaslaw.com
     
Rhian Smith   Rhian Smith - Clerk

Commenced work as a barristers clerk in October 2008 at 33 Park Place, Cardiff. She has been an invaluable member of the clerking team. Before joining Civitas she was in full time education at the University of the West of England, followed by her Legal Practice course in Swansea Universit

Outside Interests: Law, animals and animal rights, watching sport, friends and family, reading, music, classic movies and retail therapy.

Email: rhian.smith@civitaslaw.com
   
Marcia Hughes  

Marcia Hughes - Fees Clerk

Marcia has considerable experience of the management and reduction of Chambers aged debt and carries out her tasks with utmost efficiency. She has developed good, stable relationships with our clients.

Outside Interests: Cooking and gardening.

Email: 
marcia.hughes@civitaslaw.com

   
Karen Ling   Karen Ling - Receptionist and Events Coordinator

Karen was previously at 33 Park Place, Cardiff. She is head receptionist at Civitas and multi-tasks by co-ordinating seminars and events within Chambers. She is always smiling and is the first to be heard when clients contact Chambers.

Outside Interests: Gardening, travel and cooking.

Email: 
karen.ling@civitaslaw.com