LAWYER PROFILE

Matthew Jones

UK 2026

Thompsons

Ranked in 1 practice area

Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant

Wales

4 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Matthew is a key member of Thompsons' national clinical negligence team and serves as the team leader for the Wales and South West of England clinical negligence team, based in Cardiff.

He specialises in managing high-value claims involving birth-related brain injuries, adult brain injuries, spinal injuries, and limb amputation.

In addition to handling his own caseload of severe cases, Matthew leads a dedicated team of expert clinical negligence lawyers serving the Wales and South West of England region.

Career

Since qualifying as a lawyer in March 2008, Matthew has focused exclusively on clinical negligence, earning accreditation from the Law Society Clinical Negligence Panel. In 2024, Matthew became an Associate at Thompsons.

Professional Memberships

Matthew is a Law Society Clinical Negligence Panel member.

Personal

Matthew takes pride in Thompsons' solid track record in clinical negligence law, embracing the firm's commitment to standing up for those injured through no fault of their own and pursuing justice via legal work and public advocacy.

Outside of work, Matthew cherishes spending time with his young family, engaging in charity events, and staying active by participating in half marathons.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant - Wales

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Matthew Jones handles a wide range of cases, with a key focus on brain injuries suffered at birth and through other means. His other cases involve delay in diagnosis, negligent surgical treatment and amputation claims.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

He has a calm demeanour; he puts people at ease and gives them confidence. He is excellent.
Clinical Negligence: Mainly ClaimantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
I feel he knows the case and the client well and is able to promote what he feels is in the client's best interests.
Clinical Negligence: Mainly ClaimantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Matthew Jones always made us feel at ease. He always answered us in layman's terms and did not confuse the situation.
Clinical Negligence: Mainly ClaimantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession