Clerks - Holmes List

PAUL REES

Partner

E: paulrees@vicbar.com.au
P: +61 3 9225 6434
M: +61 434 600 805

Paul has been a Barristers’ Clerk since 2008. His role involves managing office staff and providing support and diary management for the 190 barristers on Holmes List. With extensive knowledge of the barristers he represents, Paul effectively liaises with solicitors to ensure the best match for each case.

Paul is committed to offering advice, opportunities, and support—both professionally and personally—to barristers throughout their careers. He takes pride in being part of a highly esteemed list.

Outside of work, Paul enjoys spending time with his young family and their lively Labrador pup, Daisy.

In 2023, Paul was honoured to become a Partner at Holmes List.

MARK SERONG

Assistant Clerk

E: markserong@vicbar.com.au
P: +61 3 9225 6453
M: +61 423 026 830

Mark has over 30 years’ of experience as a Barristers’ Clerk.

He sees the depth of experience amongst the Barristers on the list as a real strength, especially in Family Law, Crime and Intervention Orders.

The full range of experience and fees are covered, which gives those briefing the list considerable options.

In his spare time, Mark enjoys spending time with family and friends, tackling DIY projects, or watching his beloved North Melbourne.

LAUREN SEZNEY

Assistant Clerk

E: laurensezney@vicbar.com.au
P: +61 3 9225 6489
M: +61 421 773 051

Lauren’s career trajectory allowed her to have intimate knowledge of every aspect of the Holmes List operation. At age 18 she commenced as a receptionist at Holmes List. She then progressed to become a personal assistant to ten of the List’s Barristers.

Now, as an Assistant Clerk, Lauren is proud to continue working for a list that is not only highly sought after but is well respected. She believes that Holmes List’s success is due to the personal nature of the service and the sensational relationship shared between staff, barristers, and solicitors.

BAILEE NISBETT

Assistant Clerk

E: baileenisbett@vicbar.com.au
P: +61 3 9225 6480
M: +61 409 680 657

Bailee commenced with Holmes List in 2018, assisting in the accounts department. Her time in accounts allowed her to develop strong relationships with list members and those briefing our list.

Highly organised and hardworking, Bailee joined the clerking team in December 2019. Alongside her duties as a clerk, she is also responsible for the Holmes List online marketing through social media, and major event planning.

Outside of work she enjoys cheering on the Mighty Saints.