Professional negligence

Leading Juniors

Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.

Daniel Edmonds
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Daniel Edmonds

Fountain Court Chambers
Dan is a go-to barrister for high-value and complex professional negligence litigation. He provides valuable input and support at all stages of the claim. He is very approachable, thinks strategically, and knows the documents inside out, making him a key part of the matter team. Dan cross-examines effectively, including on esoteric issues of expert evidence. He presents his submissions confidently and holds his own against opposing counsel many years his senior.
James Purchas
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James Purchas

4 Pump Court
James is an outstanding barrister. He is rare in possessing all the qualities an excellent barrister should have, rather than merely some of them. He is exceptionally bright and hardworking, as well as calm under (sometimes considerable) pressure. He is also genuinely charming and has a good rapport with clients. And he retains an intellectual thirst, which translates into a continuing love for the job. His advocacy is first-rate, both legal argument and cross-examination of witnesses.
Patrick Maxwell
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Patrick Maxwell

Crown Office Chambers
Patrick Maxwell provided exceptional representation in a complex professional negligence claim. His technical expertise was evident throughout, demonstrating a thorough command of both the legal principles and the detailed factual issues arising in the case. His ability to analyze and distill complex matters into clear strategic advice was invaluable, especially at trial. Patrick adopted a highly proactive and hands-on approach from the outset, remaining closely engaged at every stage of the proceedings and ensuring that all aspects of the case were managed effectively and efficiently. He is responsive, approachable, and commercially minded, making him extremely easy to work with. His advocacy at trial was outstanding. He presented the case with clarity, precision, and authority, and he was particularly impressive in his handling of a challenging litigant in person. He maintained complete professionalism throughout, managing difficult exchanges with patience and tact while remaining firmly focused on advancing his client's interests. Patrick's courtroom skills, strategic judgment, and collaborative approach mean that he is an advocate of the highest caliber, and I would have no hesitation in recommending him.
Simon Arnold
5

Simon Arnold

Forum Chambers
Alexandra Bodnar
5

Alexandra Bodnar

Keating Chambers
Alex is an impressive barrister who combines sharp legal thinking with a genuinely approachable manner. She brings a real sense of partnership to every matter, making her a pleasure to work alongside. What sets Alex apart is her ability to get to grips with technical detail quickly and translate complex issues into clear, accessible advice. She has a real knack for making the difficult seem straightforward, which clients and tribunals appreciate in equal measure. Her written submissions are consistently well-structured, clearly reasoned, and persuasive. She writes with a confidence and precision that strengthens any case. In short, Alex is a strong advocate and a real asset to any team. She is well worth instructing.
Will Cook
5

Will Cook

4 New Square Chambers
He is a very good junior: sensible and smart.
David Mcllroy
5

David Mcllroy

Forum Chambers
Seb Oram
5

Seb Oram

39 Essex Chambers
Approachable, warm, tactically astute, and very commercial.
Jack Steer
5

Jack Steer

4 New Square Chambers
Jack is an incredibly robust advocate with a real ability to get to grips with a matter quickly and 'cut to the chase'. He is able to match that with a sensitive manner for nervous clients where appropriate. Jack is very much part of the team and is always friendly and approachable.
Andrew Brown
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Andrew Brown

Crown Office Chambers
Jake Coleman
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Jake Coleman

Hailsham Chambers
Jake is very good at providing advice with particular regard to clients' objectives. Jake is extremely good at setting out the various options to conclude a claim and when/if to consider settling a claim. Jake's advice is precise, clear, and easy to follow, which enables us to take Jake's advice and action. Jake is always available to discuss advice and run through strategy, which is very helpful. Jake is very good at setting out complex issues clearly. Jake's advocacy is straight to the point, being firm but clear with the objectives we have in mind. Jake is particularly good at setting out how the court will view our arguments and setting expectations as to where we might have difficulties. Jake is also very good at setting out merits. Jake's input in preparing for hearings is excellent; he provides clear advice, and it very much feels like Jake is part of the team rather than being an extension of it.
Michael Levenstein
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Michael Levenstein

Gatehouse Chambers
Michael is an exceptionally accomplished barrister, distinguished by his intellectual rigor, strategic insight, and commanding advocacy, with a notable ability to identify the core issues quickly and develop a clear, effective strategy to address them. From an advocacy perspective, Michael is authoritative, composed, and highly persuasive. His submissions are meticulously prepared, logically structured, and delivered with clarity and conviction. Michael has a strong presence when presenting, with a style that is extremely persuasive and very engaging. Personally, Michael is very charming and always positive, which are critical traits when in the depths of a dispute.
James Walmsley
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James Walmsley

Wilberforce Chambers
James is an extremely capable and technically strong barrister, particularly in the professional negligence space. He has a clear grasp of the legal principles and is very effective at applying them to detailed and often factually dense cases. He is someone you want to have on your team whether as a claimant or defendant. He produces high-quality written work, which is clear, well-structured, and analytically rigorous. He is particularly good at identifying the critical issues in a claim, especially on causation and loss, and presenting them in a way that is both logical and persuasive. He is also approachable, responsive, and works well as part of a wider team, with a good appreciation of client objectives and the commercial context of a case.

Rising stars

Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.

Anson Cheung
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Anson Cheung

4 New Square Chambers
Anson is responsive and provides robust, sound, commercial advice.
Conor Ewing
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Conor Ewing

4 New Square Chambers
Has the ability to absorb huge amounts of detail and distill the key winning points with ease. A fantastic junior.
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