Matthew Scanlan joined 3PB in 2014, and is a Senior Practice Manager, supporting the Property, Commercial, Construction, and Employment teams.
Matthew's key responsibilities incorporate fee negotiation, diary management, work allocation, and developing client relationships. Working closely with Practice Directors David Fielder and Mark Heath, Matthew is also responsible for developing the groups business development strategy and maintaining client relationships.
Matthew is a member of the Institute of Barristers' Clerks, and he has completed the BTEC Advanced Award in Chambers Administration, along with the ILM Level 3 Diploma in Leadership and Management.
Matthew is an avid supporter of Arsenal Football Club and enjoys playing football, cricket, golf, and darts during his leisure time.
For secure communication, Matthew can be reached via his email address: [email protected].
- The Legal 500 - Included Clerk 2026
Recommendations
"The clerks are all incredibly polite and transparent. We have very good relationships with the team, particularly Russell Porter, Matthew Scanlan, Patrick Steptoe and Patrick Robson."
Chambers and Partners 2025
"[...] Matthew Scanlan, practice manager, all stand out for the high standard of service."
Chambers and Partners 2024
“The clerks are very eager to assist and they offer counsel who are most appropriate to the claim. We cannot fault the services of practice managers Matthew Scanlan and Patrick Steptoe and centre manager Patrick Robson.”
“The clerks have often gone out of their way to show flexibility and a proactive service.”
Chambers and Partners 2023
'The clerks are always friendly and approachable and respond to enquiries promptly. Matthew Scanlan was particularly helpful when arranging instructions and was always willing to answer any queries.'
'The clerks are always inordinately helpful and creative in finding solutions. Patrick Robson looks after clients very well, as do Patrick Steptoe, Mattie Scanlan and Edd Holdstock. They are very transparent and trustworthy.'
'Patrick Robson, Patrick Steptoe, Matthew Scanlan, and Charlotte Dewhurst are all so great, helpful and quick to reply and pick up the phone.'
'Mark Heath and Matthew Scanlan are particularly helpful. The clerks are generally responsive and provide reliable fee estimates.'
'The service is quite frankly outstanding. Often within minutes of sending initial details of a matter, I will have received an email or text message with details of an appropriate barrister. Worth a special mention are David Fielder, Joe Townsend and Matthew Scanlan for their excellent service.
Legal 500 UK Bar 2026
'The clerking team is excellent. Matthew Scanlan is a real stand-out and always goes the extra mile'
'Joe Townsend and Matt Scanlan stand out for their appetite to please clients and instructing solicitors and the lengths they will go to assist'
'The clerks are very organised and are always willing to help. Matt Scanlan is approachable and efficient'
'The clerks are responsive and knowledgeable. Matthew Scanlan is wonderful.'
'Matthew Scanlan and Patrick Robson are timely and helpful.'
'Matt Scanlan and Joe Townsend are helpful.'
Legal 500 UK Bar 2025
‘Matthew Scanlan is always friendly, efficient and great to work with.’
Legal 500 UK Bar 2024
“The clerks are great. Mattie Scanlan is a stand out for me this year. They have great service – they come back to you very quickly with quotes or answer queries. Very friendly also.”
Legal 500 UK Bar 2021