Karl Hirst > Chambers of Adrian Keeling KC and Jonathan Jones KC > Birmingham, England > Barrister Profile

Chambers of Adrian Keeling KC and Jonathan Jones KC
No5 Barristers' Chambers
103 Colmore Row
BIRMINGHAM
3 3AG
England

Work Department

Clinical negligence, personal injury.

Position

For a long time Karl has been recognised in the legal directories as a “real star in the senior junior group” and thrives on securing great outcomes, even in difficult cases.  He is hailed as “an excellent counsel in every respect”.  His practice in conducting high value cases involving devastating injuries is busy and well established. 

Although well versed in neuro, spinal and birth injuries, claimants and defendants alike seek Karl’s input as an advisor and advocate across all cases of particular complexity or sensitivity involving a range of clinical disciplines and multitrack values. His practice is largely focused on cases involving brain and spinal injuries, chronic pain conditions, fatalities and severe orthopaedic injuries.

Karl’s real interest is in working hard as part of a team to secure outstanding results that matter to his clients.  His experienced and insightful approach, along with a great bedside manner, make him a real asset to challenging litigation.  Priding himself on being attentive, accessible and responsive, you will find Karl an invaluable member of your specialist team.

Career

Called to the Bar 1997.

Memberships

Personal Injury Bar Association; AvMA.

Education

LLB (Hons).

Lawyer Rankings

Regional Bar > Midland Circuit > Clinical negligence

(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 2

Karl HirstNo5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘Karl is a leader in the clinical negligence sphere in the region and beyond. He shows an absolute commitment to achieving justice and securing the future of injured claimants. He has the client at the heart of everything he does.’

Regional Bar > Midland Circuit > Personal injury

(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 2

Karl HirstNo5 Barristers’ Chambers ‘Karl is a leader in the personal injury sphere in the region and beyond. He shows an absolute commitment to achieving justice and securing the future of injured claimants. He has the client at the heart of everything he does.’