UK Bar
Clinical Negligence - North Eastern (Bar)
Paul Kirtley of Exchange Chambers demonstrates considerable expertise in birth-related injury claims and is also regularly instructed in matters concerning surgical negligence and delayed diagnosis. His experience encompasses matters involving hospitals, GPs and health practitioners.
Strengths
"Paul is very smart and approachable."
Employment - North Eastern (Bar)
Paul Kirtley is a respected barrister in employment law. He has a store of experience handling litigious matters across the scale, including discrimination, public interest disclosures, data protection and disciplinary cases, for his public sector clients, which include the NHS, police and local authorities. He also offers specialist services in mediation.
Strengths
"Paul is a master strategist and a first-class advocate. He is the go-to counsel for complex employment matters."
"Paul's reputation precedes him."
"Paul is excellent and a very thorough advocate."
"Paul is a very strong barrister. He is good with clients and commercially aware."
"Paul is extremely attentive and professional towards meeting the needs of our clients."
Personal Injury - North Eastern (Bar)
Paul Kirtley of Exchange Chambers acts principally for claimants and is known for his involvement in high-value, complex claims including chronic pain, amputation and traumatic brain injuries. He has substantial knowledge of industrial disease cases. He often deals with RTA cases, including fatal accident claims.
Strengths
"He is highly intelligent, has meticulous attention to detail and leaves no stone unturned."
"He is a very experienced barrister who handles difficult cases with skill and care. He has a very nice way with clients, which means he can address sensitive issues very well."
"Paul is fantastic with clients and opponents. He is a pleasure to work with."