Personal Injury

Chris Bright KC regularly assists claimants and defendants with catastrophic injury cases, especially those involving factual and legal complexities such as causation. He also has significant experience in RTA claims.

"Chris thoroughly understands what to tackle as a matter of most importance. He is determined and abreast of all the issues."

Esther Gamble is a well-regarded clinical negligence and personal injury barrister. She is regularly instructed in catastrophic injury claims, ranging from severe brain injury to fatalities arising from RTAs.

"Esther is always approachable and gives consistently excellent advice. Her expertise in dealing with complicated medical and causation issues is really top notch."

"Esther is ultimately personable and reasonable, but a proper fighter. She does fantastic work and I'd trust her to represent me."

Henry Pitchers KC has a strong personal injury practice centred on high-value and complex claims. He manages a diverse selection of cases, including those involving head and spinal injuries and amputations. He is also well regarded for his handling of severe psychiatric cases and fatal accident claims. He is regularly instructed in cases involving claimants who lack capacity.

"Henry is a barrister at the very top of his game."

"Henry is a strong advocate with an excellent manner with clients. He is thorough with attention to detail, and personable and approachable, responding to queries promptly."

"A class act. Henry is excellent, truly excellent."

Jonathan Jones KC is a highly esteemed silk with particular expertise in quantum and catastrophic injuries. He also has vast experience in employers' liability and RTA claims. He is frequently instructed in cases involving novel points of law and difficult medical issues.

"His attention to detail is astounding, and he always makes himself available to discuss issues and provide advice when needed."

"I was really impressed with his grasp of the issues, the way he took the client through the journey. He has something warm about him as well as his forensic skills, a match you want."

Malcolm Duthie is a strong junior who regularly handles complex brain and spinal injury and amputation claims. Much of his work is high-value in nature, and he has considerable experience representing children and protected parties. He is also well regarded for his expertise in gross disfigurement claims.

"Client care is at the forefront of Malcolm's practice. He is also a very capable advocate at trial and interlocutory stages."

"Malcolm is extremely personable and good on his feet."

"Malcolm Duthie is an excellent advocate and is really passionate for his clients."

Paul Evans is experienced in numerous different personal injury issues including orthopaedic injuries, brain and spinal injuries and amputations. He represents both claimants and defendants, and is regularly instructed in cases involving injury arising from motor cycling or cycling accidents. He is also well regarded for his handling of employers' and public liability claims.

"Paul Evans is approachable, pragmatic and has an excellent eye for detail, as well as being good with clients."

"Paul is clued up, meticulous and incredibly reasonable, which makes it so difficult to go against him. I would trust Paul to represent me."

"Paul is incredibly knowledgeable and good at drawing out details from large documents. He communicates with experts and clients well, and is really good at explaining things."

"Paul's manner and ease with clients is perfect. He is always collaborative and makes himself available to discuss strategy. His advocacy is persuasive and firm, and his preparation is exemplary."

"Paul has an excellent eye for detail, and his drafting his fantastic. His command of cases is very impressive. He is an excellent advocate, even in the face of a difficult opponent."

Robert Smallwood acts for both claimants and defendants in a wide variety of catastrophic injury claims. He is regularly instructed in brain injury, spinal injury, amputation and pain disorder cases. He is adept at handling cases involving complex medical evidence and difficult quantum issues.

"Robert Smallwood is an exceptionally knowledgeable barrister with oodles of experience. He is great with clients and someone they are always pleased to have in their corner. A safe pair of hands."

"Robert is highly forensic in his approach, with good client service as well. He is super highly rated and he knows his stuff."

"Superb counsel. He gets to the point very quickly, is tactically very good and provides clear, straightforward advice. Iwouldhave no hesitation in instructing him again."

David Tyack KC specialises in high-value serious injury cases, and his matters typically feature catastrophic brain injuries or fatalities following RTAs.

Nicholas Xydias has a broad range of expertise encompassing catastrophic brain and spinal injury claims. He is particularly well regarded for his handling of cases arising from RTAs and accidents at work. He acts for both claimants and defendants.

"Nick is a barrister who consistently hits the heights in terms of expertise, service and results."

Paul Bleasdale KC is highly experienced in challenging catastrophic injury and fatal accident claims stemming from RTAs or accidents at work. He also has expertise in industrial disease cases. He acts on behalf of both claimants and defendants.

"Paul is clear with clients and doesn't overcomplicate things. You can rely on him to get the job done."

Richard Moat handles a broad range of personal injury matters including fatal accident, chronic pain, brain damage and psychiatric claims. He acts for both claimants and defendants. He is also experienced in handling matters concerning loss and ongoing care requirements.

Jamie Gamble is an experienced senior junior who is well regarded for his expertise in personal injury and clinical negligence work. He has a particular focus on cases involving catastrophic injury and death.

"Jamie is a reliable and reassuring asset to any team."

Lucy Coulson is known for her personal injury work with a public liability focus. She represents clients in matters made complicated by causational disputes and conflicting expert testimony.

"Lucy is an absolutely brilliant barrister. She goes out of her way and provides clear, simple advice when you need to cut through the complexity."

"Lucy is a delight to work with. She delivers excellent results, even in the most challenging circumstances."

Steven Fisher takes on complex personal injury cases, representing vulnerable individuals and bereaved dependants. He is instructed on behalf of both claimants and defendants on cases with complex liability questions.

"Steven is very down to earth and always available to discuss technical issues."

Teresa Hargreaves has represented claimants and defendants in a range of personal injury matters. Her caseload features severe brain injuries following RTAs, complex causational questions and serious workplace injuries.

"Teresa gives clear advice to everyone involved. She is very good in her advocacy and a very safe, reliable pair of hands."

"Teresa is really thorough, technically very capable and approachable."

"Teresa is always impeccably prepared and extremely knowledgeable. She also builds an excellent rapport with clients."