Christian Wolfenden joined Garden Court North Chambers in April 2022 as a Practice Manager. His previous role was with St Johns Buildings in Sheffield, where he worked as Lead Criminal Clerk for six years.
Christian has been clerking since 2007, having begun his career at Deans Court Chambers in Preston as an Office Junior. He then worked as a Criminal and Civil Clerk with Deans Court Chambers in Manchester.
Christian’s day to day role includes diary management and fee negotiations and he is responsible for Crown Court Legal Aid billing. He works with colleagues in the practice management team to ensure that our clients’ and members‘ expectations are met to the very highest standards.
Christian is praised in both The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for his work.
In his spare time, Christian enjoys reading, listening to podcasts and spending time with family and friends.
Email: cwolfenden@gcnchambers.co.uk
The management team at Garden Court North Chambers is exceptional. Christian Wolfenden and Michael Johnston in particular are absolute stars. Always helpful, quick to reply, and hard working.The Legal 500, 2025
The clerks at Garden Court North Chambers are exceptionally helpful in finding appropriate counsel to assist solicitors and families alike. The clerks equally go above and beyond to assist with any enquiries, ensuring a swift turnaround.The Legal 500, 2025
The clerks are excellent. They are approachable, friendly, and extremely responsive. They always go above and beyond, ensuring that requests are actioned as soon as possible. They really do make progress as simple as possible, which is greatly appreciated.The Legal 500, 2025
Christian Wolfenden is a brilliant clerk. He is responsive to emails and able to achieve fees on cases that are pleasing for barristers and instructing solicitors.’The Legal 500, 2024
The clerks are the unsung heroes of Garden Court North Chambers. They are quick, efficient, and approachable, and they go above and beyond to make the process as easy as possible.The Legal 500, 2024
The Clerking team is fantastic, especially Christian Wolfenden... They are quick to get back to you and always happy to assist.The Legal 500, 2024
