David started his career as a clerk in 1999 and joined 3PB in June 2024 from a specialist family law chambers in London. He had been latterly their Deputy Senior Clerk and had worked there for the last 24 years. He enjoys a reputation for providing excellent service.
David will be the lead clerk for 3PB's Family Group in London. He manages a diverse set of responsibilities, encompassing daily interactions with instructing solicitors, work allocation, oversight of barristers' schedules, and fee negotiations. He plays a pivotal role in the management of barristers' practices and personal development.
Outside of work, David is a busy family man, married with two young children. In his leisure time, he enjoys racket sports, in particular both padel and regular tennis, in which David captain's a team at weekends. David also plays in the Bar v clerks annual tennis tournament.
David is a proud member of the Institute of Barristers Clerks and Resolution.
- The Legal 500 - Included Clerk 2026
Recommendations
'David Sadler is efficient, helpful and provides excellent customer service.'
'David Sadler is always quick to respond to emails and very pleasant and helpful.'
Legal 500, 2026
"I have found David Sadler in particular to provide good support."
Legal 500, 2023