Staff Department: Crime and International Clerks

Fred Cross

Fred joined 1MCB Chambers in September 2025.

Fred has gained almost 20 years’ clerking experience, previously being at 2 leading sets of chambers. He has strong connections throughout the legal profession.

Fred prides himself on his reputation of being approachable, pro-active, and having the ability to problem solve in a timely & efficient manner.

Outside of work, Fred enjoys spending his free time with his fiancé & son and is an avid supporter of Tottenham Hotspur as well as the Denver Nuggets.

‘Fred Cross is a brilliant and hard-working clerk who thinks ahead in anticipating the needs of clients and barristers.’ – Legal 500 (2025)

Adam Brosnan

Adam joined 1MCB Chambers in 1994 and has as much enthusiasm as ever for providing the highest level of support for solicitors and his barristers.

He has a huge amount of knowledge and prides himself on his approachability, ensuring good relationships  with solicitors.  Adam is known to 1MCB’s solicitors as a ‘go to’ contact for any billing queries and is always available out of hours to assist with urgent case matters.

He is noted in the Legal 500 for his high calibre of clerking and for being a leader within our criminal team.

“The clerk’s room, under the leadership of Adam Brosnan (senior criminal clerk) ‘strives to provide excellent customer service’.” Legal 500, 2019

Adam is a family man and when he has the chance enjoys both playing and watching football and travelling.

Contact details:

DDI: 0207 452 8901

Direct Email: adam.brosnan@1mcb.com

Email: crimeclerks@1mcb.com

Secure Email: adam.brosnan@1mcb.cjsm.net