Emma Quin


Deputy Practice Director

"Emma Quin is a pleasure to deal with. She is always extremely helpful and friendly, often going the extra mile to make sure that we are well looked after." 

Legal 500, 2023

Overview

Emma joined Serle Court in 2008 and was promoted to Deputy Practice Director in May 2023. Her responsibilities include the management and development of the practices of all members of chambers, fee negotiation, distribution of work, the listing of cases at Court, business development, and the management of client relationships. She is also responsible for managing the practices of our mediators. Emma sits on the Equality and Diversity Committee.

Before joining Chambers, Emma studied English at the University of Southampton and spent four years working at The Daily Telegraph.

In 2018, Emma attained the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management with the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) and has also completed the BTEC Advanced Certificate in Chambers Administration. She is a member of the IBC.

What the directories say:

  • "Deputy Practice Director Emma Quin is a superstar clerk. She is extremely thoughtful and bright." Chambers & Partners, 2025
  • "The clerks at the chambers are top-notch. They are responsive and great to deal with. Daniel Wheeler is the perfect clerk. He understands the needs of a solicitor and enhances the experience with the chambers. Emma Quin and Arron Snipe are also great to work with." Legal 500, 2025
  • "The clerks are excellent, especially Emma Quin and Dan Wheeler." Legal 500, 2025
  • "The clerks are impressive, in particular Emma Quin and Arron Snipe." Legal 500, 2025
  • "Serle Court has a superb clerking team. They are can-do, commercial, they fight hard (but fair) on obtaining the best fees for their barristers and they are, without exception, wonderful company. They are also the most collegiate team we work with. Dan Wheeler and Emma Quin are fantastic." Legal 500, 2025
  • "Emma Quin is very user friendly and helpful." Chambers and Partners, 2024. 
  • "Emma Quin and Charlie Payne are fantastic." Legal 500, 2024. 
  • "Nick Hockney, Daniel Wheeler and Emma Quin are particularly good." Legal 500, 2024. 
  • "Emma Quin is a pleasure to deal with. She is always extremely helpful and friendly, often going the extra mile to make sure that we are well looked after." Legal 500, 2023. 
  • "Emma Quin is always friendly and helpful." Legal 500, 2022.

News & Events

  • News

    ThoughtLeaders4 FIRE Magazine - 60 Second Interview with Emma Quin

    Emma Quin is included in the latest edition of the ThoughtLeaders4 FIRE Magazine, Issue 19: ''Women in... Read More

    News

    A stellar year for Serle Court in The Legal 500 UK Bar 2025 guide

    We are thrilled to announce another outstanding year of rankings and testimonials in The Legal 500 UK Bar 2025.  Serle Court... Read More

  • Events

    Serle Court BVI Roadshow 2024

    Location: British Virgin Islands
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    Events

    The Institute of Barristers’​ Clerks Conference 2023 - “It’s all about people” Navigating a people focused profession

    Location: Kimpton Fitzroy London Hotel, 1-8 Russell Sq, London WC1B 5BE
    Read More

Education & Qualifications

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management, ILM

BTEC Advanced Certificate in Chambers Administration, Central Law Training

BA English, University of Southampton

Memberships

Institute of Barristers’ Clerks (IBC)

News & Events

  • News

    ThoughtLeaders4 FIRE Magazine - 60 Second Interview with Emma Quin

    Emma Quin is included in the latest edition of the ThoughtLeaders4 FIRE Magazine, Issue 19: ''Women in... Read More

    News

    A stellar year for Serle Court in The Legal 500 UK Bar 2025 guide

    We are thrilled to announce another outstanding year of rankings and testimonials in The Legal 500 UK Bar 2025.  Serle Court... Read More

  • Events

    Serle Court BVI Roadshow 2024

    Location: British Virgin Islands Read More

    Events

    The Institute of Barristers’​ Clerks Conference 2023 - “It’s all about people” Navigating a people focused profession

    Location: Kimpton Fitzroy London Hotel, 1-8 Russell Sq, London WC1B 5BE Read More