Julian Hawes Appointed as Senior Clerk at Cornerstone Barristers
Cornerstone Climate, Public Law and Judicial Review, Planning and Environment, Housing, Licensing, Information Law, Property, Commercial and Regulatory, Inquests and Inquiries, Court of Protection, Health and Social Care, Local Government, Alternative Dispute Resolution
Cornerstone Barristers is delighted to announce the appointment of Julian Hawes as its new Senior Clerk.
Julian brings with him a wealth of experience in clerking and business development, making him an invaluable addition to Chambers’ senior management team.
Julian joins Cornerstone Barristers following a successful tenure as Director of Business Development at the International Arbitration Centre (IAC), where he played a pivotal role in revitalising the organisation and transforming it into a thriving hub for arbitration. His leadership was instrumental in overcoming challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and establishing the IAC as a key player in the dispute resolution sector.
Prior to his role at the IAC, Julian served as Joint Senior Clerk at Brick Court Chambers for over 20 years, where he developed an outstanding reputation for his expertise in clerking, client service, and business strategy. He will begin his tenure at Cornerstone on 10th March 2025.
Commenting on his new role, Julian Hawes said: “I am thrilled to be joining Cornerstone Barristers, a set renowned for its excellence and innovation across a broad range of practice areas. I look forward to working alongside the talented barristers and dedicated clerking team to continue delivering outstanding service to clients.”
Philip Coppel KC and Tom Cosgrove KC, Joint Head of Chambers of Cornerstone Barristers, added: “Julian’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for Cornerstone Barristers. His extensive experience and strategic vision will be instrumental in driving Chambers forward, enhancing our service offering, and reinforcing our position as a leading set.”
Nadia Biles Davies, Chief Executive of Cornerstone Barristers, said: “Julian’s deep understanding of the legal market, combined with his proven leadership and business acumen, makes him a perfect fit for our Chambers. His appointment underscores our commitment to attracting top talent and continually evolving to meet the needs of our clients. We are excited about the future with Julian as part of our team.”
About Cornerstone Barristers
Cornerstone Barristers is a leading set of chambers with expertise in public law, planning, climate litigation, housing, property, regulatory, commercial and local government law. With a strong reputation for excellence and client service, Cornerstone provides high-quality advocacy and advisory services to a wide range of clients, including developers and businesses, local authorities, government bodies, and individuals.