James Thornton

Director of Operations @3pb Barristers

I joined 3PB\'s London Chambers in 2009 as the Assistant Administrator having previously worked for an international firm of solicitors and in 2012 I was appointed Deputy Head of Business, Administration and Finance. I took on the of Director of Operations in 2017. I am responsible for the management of Chambers which includes procurement, contracts/leases, the IT & telephony infrastructure, human resources, front of house, library, accounts/invoicing, buildings/maintenance, Barrister insurance and complaints. I maintain vigilance in constantly reviewing ways of modernising our operating infrastructure, keeping a close watch on trends in the marketplace and latest technological advancements. I’ve delivered and am working on a number of bespoke projects some of which are now key business critical systems in how we function, predict and assess performance. I am a member of the Senior Management Team which assists with the strategic development of Chambers as well being a member of the Legal Practice Managers Association. I am also a member of Chambers Management Committee along with the Pupillage & Equality teams and act as a Welfare/Wellbeing officer for Chambers. I’m team player and like to think those who know me will say I’m supportive, efficient, trustworthy, knowledgeable, friendly and importantly approachable.