Samuel Read

Sam is a Practice Manager who assists with the running of the Property Team. His main duties include the day-to-day running of the teams, diary management and listing hearings.

Outside of work, Sam is an avid sports fan and a supporter of Chelsea FC. He is also a fitness fanatic and a keen gym goer.

Recent directory comments include:

‘The clerks are just as good as the barristers they oversee. Of particular note, Patrick Sarson, Jim Findley, practice manager, and Samuel Read, practice manager are very quick to acknowledge instructions and progress matters. They are a delight to work with.’ (Chambers UK 2027)

‘Patrick Sarson, Jim Findley and Samuel Read are incredible clerks and always on hand to assist. They are approachable and always keen to go above and beyond. Elliot Langdorf is worthy of a special mention. He is their practice director, and I think he is a great asset to Gatehouse clerking team.’ (Chambers UK 2027)

‘Sam Read, practice manager, in particular is an excellent and responsive clerk.’ (Chambers UK 2027)

‘Practice managers Jim Findley and Samuel Read are outstanding clerks. They make such a big difference to our needs and will regularly go the extra mile for us.’ (Chambers UK 2026)

‘The clerks are outstanding. Practice director Elliot Langdorf and practice managers Patrick Sarson, Samuel Read and Jim Findley are simply unmatched at any other set in this area.’ (Chambers UK 2026)

‘Samuel Read is excellent, very responsive and helpful – always goes above and beyond.’ (Legal 500)

‘Jim Findley and Samuel Read are particularly friendly and useful.’ (Legal 500)