Travel: International Personal Injury

Philip Mead is often instructed in high-value claims arising from RTAs and package holidays. He acts for both claimants and defendants in claims brought against insurers, compensation bodies and employers. He is well versed in accidents abroad that involve conflicts of law.

"He is amazingly knowledgeable and very practical - superb."

"He's very intellectual and knowledgeable when it comes to European law. He can come up with an opinion on quirky points of law where most can't."

"Philip does excellent cross-border work and is knowledgeable about road traffic accidents where there is a foreign element. He advises in great detail about issues and is a fighter."

William Audland KC is active in a range of complex travel cases arising from RTAs and package holiday incidents resulting in fatalities or catastrophic injury, representing both claimants and defendants. He also advises domestic tour operators and insurers on recovery actions against third parties. He is frequently instructed in cases involving complex issues of jurisdiction.

"William is a very classy, polished advocate. He is masterful in all terrains: in the courtroom, with paperwork and dealing with clients."

"William will give you proper advice and his advocacy style is good. He is robust and firm as well as client-friendly and easy to work with."

James Candlin is frequently called upon for cases centring on jurisdiction and foreign law questions. He has significant experience of dealing with cross-border food poisoning, serious illness, catastrophic injury and other sensitive claims. He is highlighted by sources for the added value brought by his scientific background.

"James is really diligent and gets to the nub of the issue. He provides a good, considered response with a fast turnaround."

John-Paul Swoboda is highlighted for his expertise in international personal injury claims, recently appearing in the High Court on complex matters.

"John-Paul is incredibly diligent, thorough, and well versed in the technical aspects. He fights technical difficulties in a very diplomatic way."

"He is a great barrister with knowledge in cross-border claims."

"John-Paul has an excellent manner with clients. He is meticulous in his preparation and at his best when testing expert evidence."

"John-Paul is always very well prepared and a superstar of the personal injury Bar. He is willing to take novel points and arguments and give balanced advice."

James Pickering offers a breadth of knowledge in relation to cross-border personal injury claims. He has experience defending claims on behalf of insurers as well as acting for large groups of claimants.

"James is a super junior with a massive future. He is incredibly bright, meticulous and approachable."

"James is a very good technical lawyer who is measured in his delivery and extremely intelligent."

"He gives excellent advice, delivered with an attention to detail and a reassuring, calming demeanour."

Lois Aldred is experienced in international personal injury claims and has particular expertise in claims involving mass illness outbreaks, serious illness and life-changing injuries.

"Lois is proactive and good in court."

"Lois is a really good advocate. She's always very well prepared and gets quickly to the heart of the trials."

Navjot Atwal focuses his practice on the representation of defendant tour operators, cruise operators and airlines in complex claims arising from accidents abroad. He is regularly called upon to defend claims under the Package Travel Regulations and is noted for his expertise in cases involving jurisdictional issues.

"His advocacy is excellent and he produces superbly drafted skeleton arguments."

"Navjot is excellent on the law and extremely versatile."

Patrick Vincent KC acts for both claimants and defendants in a wide range of cases involving injuries sustained abroad. He is well regarded for his expertise in claims arising from foreign RTAs and is regularly called upon to handle claims involving difficult questions surrounding jurisdiction and applicable law.

"He is a longstanding advocate with a lot of experience behind him."

"Seeing Patrick in court dealing with complex issues of international jurisdiction is a delight"

Spencer Turner is an up-and-coming junior with a growing reputation in the market. His experience including acting for cases involving RTAs.

"Spencer is a very bright junior and a good advocate."