Personal Injury

Andrew McLaughlin is a leading personal injury barrister on the Western Circuit, adept at handling a variety of issues including stress, RTA and industrial disease claims. His cases concern serious injuries sustained during accidents at work.

"Andrew is a superb barrister - thorough and responsive. He is a fantastic trial advocate."

"Andrew's technical expertise is second to none. The forensic approach that he adopts means that he always gets the right results. Clients really enjoy working with him."

"Andrew is an absolute go-to for any case. His down-to-earth and commercial approach is much appreciated by clients and he is often the preferred choice."

Christopher Sharp KC is a highly esteemed silk who acts for both defendants and claimants in high-value personal injury cases, many of which involve complex medical evidence. He frequently handles cases involving local authority negligence. He has experience appearing before the High Court and other courts.

"Working with Christopher Sharp is a masterclass in technical expertise, attention to detail and precision of thought. He is thorough, supportive and provides clarity and reassurance in a complex case."

Julian Horne handles the full spectrum of personal injury matters, including fatal accident, RTA and employers' liability claims. He predominantly acts on behalf of defendants and insurers.

"Julian is able to see an angle to an argument that most others miss. You would struggle to find better junior counsel."

"Julian is an excellent technical lawyer who adopts a pragmatic approach to litigation. Clients really enjoy working with him."

"Julian's advice is always clear and on point, and he gets to the heart of what is important to the case. He is very tenacious in court and has a good manner with professional and lay clients."

Matthew White advises both claimants and defendants on a variety of issues, including asbestos, stress, accident at work and Highway Act claims. He has appeared in a number of inquests relating to Article 2 of the ECHR. His clients include several local authorities and statutory undertakers.

"Matthew's attention to detail is a huge support for the more complex work. He not only advises but also assists greatly with practical matters."

"Clients are confident of being well armed by having Matthew in their corner. He appears to relish managing legal complexities."

"Matthew's skills, both with clients and in advocacy, are second to none. He tailors his advice to the understanding of the client and takes the time to explain extremely complex legal issues."

"Matthew is a go-to counsel whenever unusual technical or procedural issues arise."

Richard Stead is highly experienced in a variety of issues, including accident at work claims and road accidents. He focuses on matters involving brain and spinal injuries.

"Richard is a safe pair of hands, very experienced and knowledgeable."

Ben Handy acts for claimants and defendants in complex catastrophic injury cases, including those involving allegations of fundamental dishonesty. He has notable experience handling cases concerning psychological injury and catastrophic spinal injury, and RTAs.

"Ben has been an indispensable source of guidance and support in a complex case with difficult opponents."

"Ben goes above and beyond. He is a reassuring and supportive voice for clients. His knowledge and expertise are exceptional, along with his ability to eloquently convey arguments."

"Ben is consistently professional and acutely aware of commerciality, but never compromises on client care or securing the best possible outcome for the client."

James Marwick has a strong personal injury practice, with experience handling cases in the High Court and Court of Appeal. He has expertise in pain disorder claims as well as across the span of road accident injuries.

"James is very friendly and commercially minded."

"James is a safe pair of hands. He is very personable and good with clients and a delight to work with."

Darren Lewis is an experienced personal injury junior. He is routinely instructed by defendants in brain and children injury matters.

"Darren has a real eye for detail."

James Hughes often represents claimants in matters regarding spinal injuries, injuries sustained from RTAs and chronic pain matters. He is also proficient in claims involving amputation.

"James is dependable and very thorough at distilling the main issues of the case."

"James is a sensible all-round barrister who is good with difficult clients."

"James provides user-friendly advice. He is personable and relatable with clients."

"James's written advice is clear and concise. In conference he quickly gains the client's trust, but he is unafraid to adopt a gloves-off approach when exploring the nitty-gritty of a contested matter."

Rachel Russell is a well-respected personal injury barrister who demonstrates expertise in industrial disease, employers' liability and public liability matters. She is instructed on behalf of both claimants and defendants.

"Rachel's ability to make complex concepts understandable is exceptional."

Rachel Segal acts on behalf of claimants and defendants in a variety of personal injury matters. She has experience with employers' liability as well as a broad range of RTAs including collisions involving pedestrians and cyclists.

"To class Rachel as exceptional is to merely scratch the surface. Rachel has a gift for articulating complex issues and distilling intricate matters into understandable concepts."

"Rachel is an extremely approachable barrister with a wealth of experience under her belt."

"Rachel is highly capable, both in writing and on her feet. Her advice to clients helps formulate strategies and achieve settlements where appropriate."