Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant
UK Guide 2025 : South West
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The experienced team provides legal advice to clients throughout the UK. They have a wealth of experience across a range of injury types, including cerebral palsy, delayed or misdiagnosis, maximum severity birth injuries, amputations and fatal injuries.
The team are committed and retain a client-centred ethos and have a solid reputation for excellence and investigating cases thoroughly. As a result, they achieve higher settlements for their clients.
A reflection of their specialism and ability to deal with complex cases is evident in many of their lawyers sitting on specialist industry panels such as, the charity for patient safety and justice, the Law Society's Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme and AvMA. Head of the team, Richard Harries is an executive committee member of SCIL and heavily involved in forming policy and contributing to the Public Affairs Group for SCIL.
Despite changes to the legal landscape, the team continue to take on those cases which are of high importance for the public, the health service and individuals concerned.
Chambers Review
Barcan+Kirby is an outstanding Bristol-based practice with a solid reputation for its range of clinical negligence expertise. Its team is routinely sought out to act in complex catastrophic injury claims, and also handles obstetrics cases, delayed diagnosis of medical conditions and fatal accidents, among other matters. In addition, the firm is regularly involved in high-profile inquests.
Strengths
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"They are real specialists in their field. They have a good understanding of the legal principles and their client care is excellent."
"Their expertise, professionalism and unwavering commitment were truly unparalleled."
"Everyone I have dealt with has been excellent in their craft, knowledgeable and easily contactable."
"They are real specialists in their field. They have a good understanding of the legal principles and their client care is excellent."
"Their expertise, professionalism and unwavering commitment were truly unparalleled."
"Everyone I have dealt with has been excellent in their craft, knowledgeable and easily contactable."
Notable Practitioners
Richard Harries leads the clinical negligence practice at Barcan+Kirby. He is a highly respected practitioner who possesses considerable experience in birth injury and delayed diagnosis cases.
"He is a thoughtful and considered solicitor who is empathetic with clients."
Claire Hurrell is a partner in the clinical negligence team at Barcan+Kirby. She is recognised for her work on claims involving delay in diagnosis and treatment, brain damage and birth-related injuries.
"Claire is one of a kind. She is very professional, a good listener and fiercely devoted to her work."
"Claire is amazing. She is in an exceptional lawyer with incredible knowledge and understanding."
Jayshree Nathwani has notable expertise in handling brain injuries, obstetric cases and failure in diagnosis claims. She also takes on cases involving fatalities.
"What truly sets Jay apart is her unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for us."
Helen Franklin is experienced in amputation claims, as well as cases relating to the delayed diagnosis of fractures.
"You will not find a better clinical negligence lawyer. She's super approachable, effective and delivers a Rolls-Royce service."
Fiona Dabell is a capable senior associate handling matters often involving cancer and diagnosis failures. Before her legal career, Dabell was a registered general nurse, which gives her extra insight into the medical field.
"She is so compassionate and determined to defend her client's position."
"She is very knowledgeable, super organised and prepared on the details."
"Fiona is dedicated to achieving the best outcome for her clients. She is very thorough and ensures all angles are considered."
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