My name is Robert Sharp. I am a pupil barrister specialising in public law, family law, housing, employment and general civil litigation.
I start my ‘second six’ on 9 March 2026. To instruct me, please contact the clerks at Field Court Chambers. I am not yet able to undertake public access work (but I hope that will change as my career progresses).
Before converting to the law, I was head of campaigns at English PEN. I continue to promote and defend freedom of expression and have a special interest in human rights, media law, whistleblower protection and open justice.
I was one of the founders of 59, a Journey Studio.
About this site
This is my personal website. Many of the posts discuss legal issues and judgments in areas where I have a professional interest. I hope it goes without saying, but… nothing on this site constitutes legal advice.
The site continues to host my blog archive dating back to 2005, which contains my evolving thoughts on politics, history, philosophy and culture. Nothing found here reflects the views of the members of Field Court Chambers, my previous employers or any of the organisations I am involved with on a voluntary basis.