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No5 Barristers' Chambers

Professional Negligence

UK Bar Guide 2026 : Midlands (Bar)


No5 Barristers' Chambers

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No5 Barristers’ Chambers Professional Negligence Specialists are instructed by professional bodies, insurers and private individuals. Requests for advice and drafting are often turned around at short notice. Members of the team advise and assist in relation to professional negligence relating to Solicitors, Barristers, accountants, financial service providers, insolvency practitioners, insurance brokers, property and construction professionals including architects, engineers, health professionals and planners.

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Professional Negligence - Midlands (Bar)

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

No5 Barristers' Chambers can offer barristers experienced in a variety of professional negligence claims, acting for defendants and claimants. Members have appeared in specialist courts and tribunals as well as the High Court. They are particularly active in claims brought against solicitors, often concerning conveyancing, trusts or other property-related matters. Members recently acted in Wolverhampton City Council and others v London Gypsies and Travellers and others, in which a new law was made in the Supreme Court allowing injunctions to be made against persons unknown, even if the potential defendants are unidentifiable.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1David Mitchell
    Band 1David Mitchell

    David Mitchell

    David Mitchell is a well-regarded barrister who represents individuals in claims against former solicitors. His expertise extends to matters involving financial and tax advisers.

  • Band 1Mark Anderson
    Band 1Mark Anderson

    Mark Anderson

    Mark Anderson KC has an esteemed practice advising on claims against accountants, insurance brokers and banks, as well as having a particularly strong focus on solicitors. He often assists with claims for negligence involving fraud and conveyancing transactions. He is particularly well regarded for his representation of claimants.

    • Mark is very good on professional negligence work; he is methodical and thorough.

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