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Farrar's Building

Clinical Negligence

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Clinical Negligence - London (Bar)

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Farrar's Building has been described by instructing solicitors as being "an extremely reliable set of chambers" who are "unafraid to take on challenging cases." Farrar's Building hosts juniors and silks who frequently act for both claimant and defendant parties. They have experience representing clients such as defense organisations, private hospitals and insurers. Their work addresses a wide range of clinical negligence matters including cauda equina syndrome, delayed diagnosis and birth injury claims. Recently, the set was instructed to defend an unusual cauda equina case that had particular controversy over causation.

Paul Cray is the Director of Clerking.

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Strengths

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  • The clerking at Farrar's is a real strength of the set. They are all exceptionally easy to deal with.

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  • The clerks are always responsive and have quick turnaround times for responding to queries and assisting with case management.

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  • I have always found the clerks to be friendly, responsive and efficient, in particular Andrew Duckett.

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  • The clerks have been consistently responsive and always reply to enquiries in a timely manner.

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  • They have a set of extremely helpful, friendly and intuitive set of clerks to assist with the day to day running of matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Nigel Spencer Ley
    Nigel Spencer Ley

    Nigel Spencer Ley

    Nigel Spencer Ley is a well-regarded clinical negligence barrister, noted for his expertise in cauda equina and encephalitis claims. He is also experienced in the handling of complex cases arising from surgical negligence, dental negligence and the failed diagnosis of cancer. He is regularly instructed in cases involving complex issues around consent.

    • I have worked with Nigel for many years and have absolute confidence that he will do the best for the client. He is always well organised and his drafting skills are excellent.

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    • He is charming, level-headed and really a fountain of knowledge.

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    • He was very responsive, and a safe pair of hands.

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    • He is consistently excellent. He is able to turn around work quickly, he's very down to earth, practical and easy for clients to relate to. His drafting and attention to details are excellent.

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    • He has specialist knowledge and gives clear advice.

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  • Tim Found
    Tim Found

    Tim Found

    Tim Found predominantly acts for defendants in a range of clinical negligence matters. He has represented clients in delay in diagnosis cases, mental health and negligent surgical matters. He has particular experience in obstetric and colorectal cases.

    • Tim provides excellent written work and has a keen forensic eye to progress cases strategically.

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    • Tim is an excellent barrister, who always goes the extra mile. He is focused and skilled in advocacy, he is a brilliant strategist and excellent with witnesses and experts.

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    • Tim always knows the answer and has good judgement. He is brilliant.

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    • His depth of legal expertise, strategic insight and unwavering professionalism consistently stands out.

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    • Tim Found is an expert barrister. His drafting skills are second to none. He has an unparalleled ability to distil complex legal issues into clear, concise and compelling pleadings.

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  • Aidan O'Brien
    Aidan O'Brien

    Aidan O'Brien

    Aidan O'Brien accepts instruction from both claimants and defendants in clinical negligence cases, though he has particular experience representing the NHS. His expertise covers brain injuries as well as injuries caused during birth and spinal injuries.

    • Aidan is a reassuring presence in conference and provides good strategic advice.

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    • Aidan is one of the best clinical negligence juniors around. He is calm under pressure, meticulous in his analysis of issues, great with witnesses, approachable and extremely knowledgeable.

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    • He's a brilliant advocate, full of wit and charm.

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    • Aidan is a highly skilled advocate with a remarkable command of conferences, he's adept at navigating even the most complex discussions with confidence and precision.

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  • Andrew Arentsen
    Andrew Arentsen

    Andrew Arentsen

    Andrew Arentsen is noted for his expertise in the clinical negligence space. He regularly represents both claimants and defendants in a range of matters, including those relating to birth injuries, misdiagnosis, amongst many others.

    • Andrew is great at working through complex issues on high value claims. He is a good advocate.

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