Matthew Barnes

UK Bar

Matthew Barnes principally focuses on all aspects of medical law, including areas of public law, inquest work and clinical negligence. He devotes much of his practice to representing both claimants and defendants in catastrophic injury claims ranging in both value and complexity. He also acts on behalf of medical staff and families at inquests.

"Matthew has an amazing ability to get to the heart of the case. He is really tenacious, highly experienced and a silk in the making."

"Matthew is a very experienced and safe pair of hands. He is very good with clients and with details."

"Matthew cuts through complex issues to reach the key point and is robust and persuasive in negotiations."

"Matthew is a very impressive advocate who should be feared by the other side."

Matthew Barnes is a medical specialist who offers broad disciplinary expertise and is regularly called upon to appear before a range of regulators including the GDC and local health boards.

"Matthew is absolutely fearless in taking cases all the way to trial. I've always ranked him highly."

"He is able to adapt his advice depending on the client's needs and priorities. He is commercially astute, thorough and detailed."