Chris Smith

Practice Areas

Chris deals with cases involving a wide range of catastrophic injuries including spinal injury, brain injury and amputation arising from complex road traffic accidents, accidents at work and public liability claims.

Career

Chris joined Stewarts in 2014 and acts in complex and high-value personal injury cases for adults, children and protected parties. Prior to qualifying as a solicitor, Chris was called to the Bar in 2008. He was made partner in 2022.

Since joining Stewarts, Chris has recovered damages in excess of £70m for his clients.

Professional Memberships

Chris is Chair of the Yorkshire Acquired Brain Injury Forum, and a member of APIL and the Honourable Society of Gray’s Inn.

Personal

Chris is currently learning to fly a microlight aeroplane. He plays the drums and takes part in a mix of sports, and also likes to cook and experiment with fusion foods.