Personal Injury

Marcus Grant is a pioneer in the areas of complex subtle brain injury and chronic pain syndrome. He has been at the cutting edge of fibromyalgia litigation for many years. He is also instructed by insurers for committal proceedings for dishonest litigants.

James Bell has a highly reputable, predominantly claimant-based personal injury and clinical negligence practice, with a focus on catastrophic injuries including brain damage, chronic pain and amputations. He is noted for his experience in cross-border matters and motor accident cases. He also regularly acts in employers' liability claims.

Peter Freeman is a top-performing barrister for claimant and defendant solicitors seeking detailed advice and robust advocacy in catastrophic injury cases, particularly RTAs. He is also regularly called upon to represent insurers. He is frequently instructed in cases involving aviation accidents. He also handles third-party claims against the railway sector. He is noted for his specialist expertise surrounding causation and complex liability issues.

Richard Wilkinson is a consummate professional who is instructed by large insurers in catastrophic injury, fatal accident and costs cases. He is also recognised for his impressive claimant-side practice. His experience in chronic pain litigation is particularly noteworthy, as is his expert handling of fatal accidents, claims involving head injuries and employers' liability disputes. He has further strength in RTA claims.

Benjamin Casey acts for both claimants and defendants in high-value catastrophic injury and fatal accident claims. He often represents clients in cases arising from motor accidents. He has noted expertise in complex tetraplegia claims.

James Arney KC is a dual expert in personal injury and costs litigation with a hefty caseload relating to serious brain injuries, amputations and fatal accidents. He acts for both claimants and defendants and has notable experience in RTA cases. He is frequently involved in high-value litigation.

Lionel Stride is an experienced personal injury junior who regularly acts in a range of fatal and catastrophic injury claims. He is well regarded for his adroit handling of claims stemming from aviation accidents and those involving complex issues of causation. He also has expertise in cases involving non-organic pain and pre-existing rheumatological conditions.

Paul Kilcoyne provides skilful representation of claimants in litigation concerning catastrophic injuries. He is a leading choice for members of the armed forces bringing claims against the MoD, and has expertise in that area relating to non-freezing cold injuries, harassment and training accidents, among other things. He is also noted for his expertise in inquests concerning military deaths.

James Laughland has a multidisciplinary practice focusing on personal injury and costs litigation. He is instructed by claimants and insurers alike, often in cases involving allegations of fraud or dishonesty. His ability to assess costs is valued by clients. He is equally effective appearing for his clients in trials and settlement meetings.

Michael Rapp is a senior junior with over 20 years' experience handling complex personal injury cases. He acts for both claimants and defendants in the most serous cases, including amputations, RTAs and falls from significant height.