Christopher Johnson

UK Bar

Christopher Johnson of Doughty Street Chambers is noted for his psychiatric injury work and for acting in novel claims regarding the liability of public bodies. He is also instructed on a major ongoing group litigation matter.

"Christopher is incredibly clever, sensitive to the clients and well above his level of call."

"He is very responsive and forensic in his approach."

"Chris assimilates information very quickly and makes quick decisions on it, explaining things in a really good way to clients."

Christopher Johnson has an active clinical negligence practice, largely representing claimants. He has experience in fatal cases arising from failures in mental health care as well as other clinical contexts. His clinical negligence expertise is bolstered by a strong personal injury practice.

"Chris quickly understands complex matters and is able to identify the key issues. He is efficient and clear in his written work and builds good working relationships with clients."

"Christopher has a superb grasp of evidence in complex clinical negligence matters."

"Christopher has an excellent grasp of the issues in any claim and the ability to dig deep into the detail. He is excellent in inquest work, which has shown him to be an excellent advocate."