Danny Griffiths is Chief Clerk at No5 Barristers’ Chambers, leading the clerking function. In his role, Danny oversees strategic practice management and the delivery of an efficient, responsive clerking service, working closely with solicitors and barristers.
Widely respected for his professionalism, commercial awareness, and approachable manner, Danny has built a strong reputation for providing practical, solutions-focused support to clients and members alike. He is recognised in both Chambers UK and The Legal 500, where clients consistently praise his responsiveness, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering exceptional service.
Clients have described Danny as “very responsive”, “friendly” and “the best and most personable clerk we deal with”, reflecting his ability to understand clients’ needs, facilitate effective case management and provide cost-conscious, commercially focused advice.
Some of Danny’s historic referees are:
“Danny Griffiths is excellent. He’s a real standout.” -Chambers UK 2026
“I go to them as my main starting point and my end point, and a lot of that is because of the clerking. Danny Griffiths is very good at dealing with my problems whenever they arise.” -Chambers UK 2026
“No5 Chambers consistently provides a first-class service. Danny Griffiths is super-efficient, friendly and always approachable despite holding such a senior position.” -Legal 500 2026
“Danny Griffiths offers excellent service levels.” – Legal 500 2026
“The clerks are always excellent and nothing is too much. Daniel Griffiths is first rate and will fix any problem.” -Legal 500 2026
“The clerks are always excellent and nothing is too much. Daniel Griffiths is first rate and will fix any problem.”- Legal 500 2026
“Daniel Griffiths stands out in terms of his responsiveness and help.” – Legal 500 2026
“The clerks are helpful and proactive, particularly Danny Griffiths.” -Legal 500 2026
“Daniel Griffiths always delivers a high standard of service.”- Legal 500 2026
“Danny Griffiths is very good at dealing with my problems whenever they arise.” -Chambers UK 2026
“Clerking is second to none. Particular mention goes to director of clerking Danny Griffiths and Jordan Zaza, business and property clerk.” -Chambers UK 2026
“The clerks’ room is excellent. The service they provide is second to none, they always make themselves available, and you can rely on them to be there and to get the job done with great skill and experience. Special mention goes to Danny Griffiths and Jordan Zaza who are the epitome of what makes a great clerk.” -Chambers UK 2026
“Their clerks are very personable and the turnaround is great which is one of the ways No5 Chambers sets its self apart from its competitors. Daniel Griffiths always gets the job done.”-Chambers UK 2026
“The clerks always provide an exceptional service. Oliver Lee and Danny Griffiths are fast to respond and ready to deal with urgent work.” -Chambers UK 2026
“An excellent clerking team. Danny Griffiths and Jordan Zaza stand out.” -Chambers UK 2026
“Danny Griffiths, director of clerking, is the best and most personable clerk we deal with”. – Chambers UK 2025
“No5 Barristers Chambers is really well clerked. Led by director of clerking Danny Griffiths, the clerking is friendly, sensitive to costs when it needs to be and very timely.” -Chambers UK 2025
“The Birmingham Director of Clerking, Daniel Griffiths, is very good”. -Chambers UK 2025
“Daniel Griffiths is helpful, friendly and always calm. He is able to help with any issues that may arise and can always find a barrister to assist clients. He is a key figure in the Midlands litigation market.” -Legal 500 2025
“The service provided by clerks is excellent, they always respond promptly. Daniel Griffiths in Birmingham and Jordan Zaza in London are top notch.” -Legal 500 2025
“All clerks are switched on and very helpful efficient and accurate, including .Daniel Birch, Daniel Griffiths and Matthew Reeves.” -Legal 500 2025
“Danny Griffiths is always prompt and helpful.” -Legal 500 2025
“Danny Griffiths and Jordan Zaza are always on hand to help.” -Legal 500 2025
“Danny Griffiths and Jordan Zaza are helpful and responsive.” -Legal 500 2025
“Daniel Griffiths and Jordan Zaza are particularly helpful.” -Legal 500 2025
“Daniel Griffiths is particularly helpful with enquiries and is always willing to go the extra mile to assist” -Legal 500 2025
“Their clerking team is superb. Birmingham director of clerking Danny Griffiths is very responsive; he knows who he has at his disposal and who is available, and is very accommodating, flexible and reliable.” -Chambers UK 2024
“Danny Griffiths, practice director, is very efficient.”-Chambers UK 2024
“Their clerking team, particularly Danny Griffiths, practice director, is superb. Danny is very responsive, knows who is available and is very accommodating.” -Chambers UK 2024
“Danny Griffiths and the team of clerks are exceptional.” -Chambers UK 2024
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