UK Bar
Personal Injury - London (Bar)
Richard Wilkinson is a consummate professional who is instructed by large insurers in catastrophic injury, fatal accident and costs cases. He is also recognised for his impressive claimant-side practice. His experience in chronic pain litigation is particularly noteworthy, as is his expert handling of fatal accidents, claims involving head injuries and employers' liability disputes. He has further strength in RTA claims.
Strengths
"Richard is an excellent tactician and communicator. He has the ability to simplify the most complex cases."
"Richard is an excellent advocate who has an eye for detail."
"He is really, really intelligent and decisive, which inspires confidence in both clients and instructing solicitors."
Costs Litigation - All Circuits
Richard Wilkinson, praised for his mediation skills in costs matters, is instructed by clients on a litigious and advisory basis, representing them in costs disputes in the SCCO and High Court. His areas of focus include commercial law, privacy, clinical negligence and personal injury disputes. He also regularly acts as a costs mediator with CADR.
Strengths
"Richard is invariably excellent. He's hardworking, conscientious and very good on his feet."