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Clinical Negligence - Scotland (Bar)

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Axiom Advocates has a growing team with capabilities in representing both claimants and defendants and offering "a proactive approach to each case". Members have expertise in handling matters regarding cerebral palsy, obstetric injury, cauda equina and failure to diagnose, with additional expertise in matters regarding cancer, and quantum and liability issues. The stable is regularly sought to represent hospitals, GP practices, dentists, health boards and medical defence unions. Recently, members assisted in defending a group litigation in connection with individuals who have undergone hair transplants.

Lesley Flynn is the practice manager.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Iain Ferguson
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Band 1

Iain Ferguson KC is an acclaimed silk who possesses substantial experience in clinical negligence, in addition to other areas of professional negligence law. He frequently appears in claims against clinicians and institutions regarding birth and spinal injuries, as well as complex mental health cases.

Iain is meticulous in his preparations, excellent in court, good with clients and provides clear advice. He creates a good team atmosphere when working on large cases.

His attention to detail is second to none, he is as invested in a case as those instructing him, and he thinks of things no one else thinks of.

Iain is a highly experienced expert in clinical negligence cases.

His knowledge of the law is exceptional. He is a very good advocate, is very prepared and pays attention to detail.

Iain is hugely experienced - a go-to silk for the most complex clinical negligence cases. He is extremely astute and thorough and gives strong, clear advice. He is very responsive.

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Roddy Dunlop
1
Band 1

Roddy Dunlop KC is an esteemed advocate who participates in challenging clinical negligence proceedings as part of an expansive civil practice. He predominantly acts for defenders in cases concerning failed diagnosis and medical product liability.

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Chris Paterson
2
Band 2

Chris Paterson KC is a well-established practitioner with a broad professional liability practice. He routinely defends medical professionals in negligence claims and fatal accident inquiries. His practice encompasses a wide spectrum of allegations including failure to diagnose and failure to treat.

An impressive court advocate with attention to detail.

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Ewen Campbell
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Band 2

Ewen Campbell is a well-regarded advocate who has solicitor experience and has notable expertise in handling group actions regarding dental negligence and medical device liability. He is also well equipped to handle surgical error, failed diagnosis and fatal claims. He acts for defenders, who highlight his courtroom skills as one of his primary strengths.

He is highly intelligent and gets to the nub of cases really quickly. Ewen is commercially aware and pragmatic when providing advice, and he is extremely approachable.

Ewen is an extremely talented junior. He will always deliver advice that is clear, concise and sound. His advocacy style is firm and persuasive.

He is excellent in every way.

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Helen Watts
2
Band 2

Helen Watts KC is a clinical negligence expert who is adept at handling matters such as birth injuries, fatal claims, surgical errors and delayed diagnoses of illnesses. Although she typically acts on behalf of defenders, she occasionally represents pursuers.

She has extensive clinical knowledge which she brings to each case. Her written and court skills are excellent and she is very approachable. She also communicates well with clients and witnesses.

Helen has a high standard of work ethic. Her advice is always logical and practical.

She is so easy to work with and her advocacy is excellent. She is good with emotional clients and she is empathetic to everyone involved in a case. Her written and oral advice is always very clear.

Her attention to detail in very complex matters, while keeping a clear strategic overview, is excellent. She is approachable, responsive, personable and great with clients.

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Victoria Arnott
3
Band 3

Victoria Arnott is a barrister specialising in clinical negligence work. She has particular experience in acting on behalf of health boards across Scotland, and has dealt with complex issues such as delayed diagnosis and psychiatric claims.

Victoria is meticulous in her preparations, sound in her advice and a real pleasure to work with.

She is easy to work with and is analytical.

Victoria is an outstanding up-and-coming junior in the clinical negligence sphere.

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David Blair
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Up and Coming

David Blair is a clinical negligence barrister who specialises mainly in defendant work. He has experience in an array of claims including group claims, delayed diagnosis and birth injuries. His client base includes health boards, medical practices and doctors.

He is hard-working, easy to work with, efficient in getting through things and he provides good analysis.

David is fast becoming the go-to junior member of the Scottish Bar for clinical negligence and professional discipline.

He is able to handle fast-moving, complex matters with ease. He is especially good at keeping economics and commerciality in mind when tendering his advice.

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Silks (KC)

Scotland (Bar)

Clinical Negligence

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Iain Ferguson KC
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Band 1
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Roddy Dunlop KC
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Band 1
2
Chris Paterson KC
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Band 2
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Helen Watts KC
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Band 2

Juniors

Scotland (Bar)

Clinical Negligence

2
Ewen Campbell
2
Band 2
3
Victoria Arnott
3
Band 3
U
David Blair
U
Up and Coming