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Irwin Mitchell

Travel: International Personal Injury (Claimant)

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Irwin Mitchell

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Travel: International Personal Injury (Claimant) - UK-wide

Band 1

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What the Team is Known For

Irwin Mitchell's outstanding claimant practice houses a deep bench of specialists across the UK capable of handling the full range of overseas accident claims. It remains a top choice for road traffic accident claims, as well as catastrophic injury and severe illness cases. The team also advises on fatality claims and represents the families of British victims of major disasters abroad, such as terrorist attacks.

Strengths

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  • They have shown a great understanding for the space; they know travel law so well. They are so experienced, and they have a consistently strong bench.

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  • Irwin Mitchell is the premium firm in the space.

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  • The firm's commitment to justice and to doing the best for their clients, as well as the skill of their members, sets them apart from their competitors.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Demetrius Danas
    Band 1Demetrius Danas

    Demetrius Danas

    Demetrius Danas is head of the Irwin Mitchell international serious injury team. He focuses his travel practice on representing individuals and large groups who have sustained serious injuries while travelling or working abroad. His expertise covers claims involving terrorist acts and road traffic accidents.

    • He is very experienced. He runs the team in London with a great deal of enthusiasm and diligence.

      Travel: International Personal Injury (Claimant) respondentUK
    • Demetrius is an excellent lawyer.

      Travel: International Personal Injury (Claimant) respondentUK
  • Band 1Philip Banks
    Band 1Philip Banks

    Philip Banks

    Philip Banks has long-standing expertise in acting for clients who have sustained life-changing injuries abroad. His experience covers road traffic collisions and accidents occurring at hotels, among other issues.
    • Phil remains one of the key players in travel litigation. His exceptional attention to detail helps him achieve fantastic results.

      Travel: International Personal Injury (Claimant) respondentUK
    • He has a sure touch - great judgement and a fabulous bedside manner with clients. He is really respected, and feared by opponents.

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  • Band 3Jatinder Paul
    Band 3Jatinder Paul

    Jatinder Paul

    Jatinder Paul specialises in representing claimants in cross-border personal injury disputes. He frequently assists with serious illness and injury cases, with a particular focus on gastric illness claims.

    • Hot off the heels of his Supreme Court success, Jatinder Paul continues to shine. He remains one of the top individuals in travel law.

      Travel: International Personal Injury (Claimant) respondentUK
    • Jatinder is such a tough litigator and someone you can really work with. He fights hard and is very fair.

      Travel: International Personal Injury (Claimant) respondentUK
    • He is a real leader in travel litigation, handling cases every step of the way, and he has great experience in taking cases to higher courts.

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Ranked Individuals at Irwin Mitchell (3)

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    Demetrius Danas

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    Philip Banks

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    Jatinder Paul

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