“Leigh Daniels is a very approachable and accommodating clerk.” The Legal 500 2025
“Leigh Daniels is an experienced clerk and is extremely good at getting papers to the right place, accommodating last minute conferences and hearings in the diary, and recommending alternative barristers with excellent expertise.” The Legal 500 2025
‘Leigh Daniels is extremely efficient, friendly, and helpful, and always acknowledges instructions or requests promptly. It always feels as if nothing is too much trouble for him.’ The Legal 500 2024
Leigh joined Exchange Chambers in 2006, originally clerking both criminal and civil. He brought with him a wealth of clerking experience having worked at several other chambers in Manchester. Leigh is a member of the civil and family clerking team in Manchester.
His day-to-day role includes managing and developing the practices of the civil members in Manchester. His role encompasses diary management, billing, fee negotiation, and client relationship management.
Leigh is also a member of the Charity Committee at Exchange Chambers.
He is an avid football fan, and supports Tottenham Football Club. He also enjoys cycling, and spending time with his family.
