Steven has been at Monckton since 2006 and is an essential part of the senior clerking operation. His main responsibilities include advising clients on the distribution of work, managing and developing Counsels’ practices, fee negotiation and developing and maintaining client relationships. A detailed knowledge of all members of Chambers’ practices enables him to swiftly advise clients on the most suitable counsel or team of counsel to instruct. Steven has strategic input to Chambers’ business development activities, is an active member of the practice specific working groups and also sits on the Chambers’ Pupillage and IT Committees.

Steven achieved a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management from the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) in October 2017.

“Steven Duffett is my first port of call and he is a pleasure to deal with, offering practical solutions, availability and accurate costs information.” – Legal 500, 2025

“Steven is always the first point of call to help find a barrister for a procurement issue. He is very user friendly.” – Legal 500, 2024

“Steven Duffett understands chambers’ clients and is very dedicated to finding solutions.” – Chambers UK 2023

“Steve Duffett is impressive and a great problem solver. Steve is always the first clerk we call.” – Legal 500, 2022

‘Steven Duffett understands what clients and solicitors need from their barristers. He makes sure barristers deliver in time and above expectations.’  – Chambers UK and Chambers Global, 2022

‘Steve Duffett ensures clients and instructing solicitors get the best service from Monckton’s barristers. He helps select the right barrister for the task. Steve ensures the barristers he works with juggle their competing interests so their clients can get time in counsel’s diaries.’ – Legal 500, 2022