No5 Barristers’ Chambers is a ‘very strong set with excellent barristers at all levels of experience’ that offers representation across the full spectrum of personal injury cases. The practice is jointly led by Henry Pitchers KC and Jonathan Jones KC, who is 'a fantastic advocate with a tenacious approach’. Chris Bright KC is renowned for his ‘excellent advocacy’ and is active in cases involving complex causation and quantum issues. The ‘amazing advocate’ Malcolm Duthie recently secured a high-value settlement in a case involving traumatic brain injuries suffered by a taxi driver. Paul Evans has particular expertise in handling claims concerning amputations and prosthetic use.
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No5 Barristers' Chambers
Testimonials
‘The clerks are very responsive, friendly and professional. All Peter Mottram, William Theaker and Tracey Witherford have been exemplary in finding solutions to problems and responding to calls and emails quickly.’
‘William Theaker and Peter Mottram are excellent. They always provide a swift response and a solution when needed.’
‘The chambers is reliable and offers a high-level experience and knowledge. It is committed to providing an excellent level of service.’
‘No5 Barristers’ Chambers is a go-to set for personal injury and clinical negligence in the Midlands. The depth of counsel is exceptional, and they are led by the very best.’
Work highlights
Ropewalk Chambers
Ropewalk Chambers is an ‘excellent set with great strength in depth’ that assists with all kinds of personal injury claims, including catastrophic injuries and group actions. The ‘brilliant tactician’ Patrick Limb KC regularly appears before all levels of the court system and is currently representing the defendant in a tinnitus and hyperacusis claim brought by an airline pilot in the High Court. Georgina Crawford is ‘exceptionally good with clients’ and specialises in advising on cases involving injuries inflicted by animals.
Testimonials
‘Tony Hill is a legend of the clerking world. A truly fantastic guy for whom nothing is too much trouble. Alan Odiam is also excellent and very responsive.’
‘Tony Hill and Alan Odiam are always personable and engaging, prompt in responding to communications and willing to go that extra step with arrangements. They appreciate the cut and thrust of litigation and are patient with instructions and last-minute bookings, which are sometimes unavoidable.’
‘Ropewalk is a strong PI set with a depth of knowledge and experience in PI work generally. The availability for hearings and conferences is excellent, and they also provide good quality in-house training for solicitor clients and great online blogs.’
‘Ropewalk is a great set of chambers offering true strength in depth and national coverage. It also offers a regular training programme and is of very high quality.’
‘An excellent set generally with great strength in depth and very promising juniors.’
Work highlights
St Philips Chambers
St Philips Chambers garners praise as ‘an excellent set to work with that always provides exceptional service’ on personal injury-related issues. Sofia Ashraf is a ‘very sound’ advocate who specialises in claims brought by minors or protected parties. Lorna Badham has ‘an excellent eye for detail’ and has significant expertise in cross-border matters. Andrew Evans recently represented the claimants in a case arising after a person suffered serious orthopaedic and psychiatric injuries after being hit on the side of the road by a trailer.
Testimonials
‘Janita Patel and Manpreet Kaur are some of the most diligent and effective clerks. They are a credit to their chambers and excellent at retaining and growing instructions.’
‘Manpreet Kaur is always accommodating.’
‘St Philips Chambers is a great chambers with a decent selection of barristers.’
‘An excellent set to work with, from the brilliant staff at reception to the clerks and barristers.’
‘St Philips Chambers is a great set with good strength in depth in personal injury.’
Work highlights
No5 Barristers' Chambers
Testimonials
‘The clerks are very responsive, friendly and professional. All Peter Mottram, William Theaker and Tracey Witherford have been exemplary in finding solutions to problems and responding to calls and emails quickly.’
‘William Theaker and Peter Mottram are excellent. They always provide a swift response and a solution when needed.’
‘The chambers is reliable and offers a high-level experience and knowledge. It is committed to providing an excellent level of service.’
‘No5 Barristers’ Chambers is a go-to set for personal injury and clinical negligence in the Midlands. The depth of counsel is exceptional, and they are led by the very best.’
Work highlights
Ropewalk Chambers
Ropewalk Chambers is an ‘excellent set with great strength in depth’ that assists with all kinds of personal injury claims, including catastrophic injuries and group actions. The ‘brilliant tactician’ Patrick Limb KC regularly appears before all levels of the court system and is currently representing the defendant in a tinnitus and hyperacusis claim brought by an airline pilot in the High Court. Georgina Crawford is ‘exceptionally good with clients’ and specialises in advising on cases involving injuries inflicted by animals.
Testimonials
‘Tony Hill is a legend of the clerking world. A truly fantastic guy for whom nothing is too much trouble. Alan Odiam is also excellent and very responsive.’
‘Tony Hill and Alan Odiam are always personable and engaging, prompt in responding to communications and willing to go that extra step with arrangements. They appreciate the cut and thrust of litigation and are patient with instructions and last-minute bookings, which are sometimes unavoidable.’
‘Ropewalk is a strong PI set with a depth of knowledge and experience in PI work generally. The availability for hearings and conferences is excellent, and they also provide good quality in-house training for solicitor clients and great online blogs.’
‘Ropewalk is a great set of chambers offering true strength in depth and national coverage. It also offers a regular training programme and is of very high quality.’
‘An excellent set generally with great strength in depth and very promising juniors.’
Work highlights
St Philips Chambers
St Philips Chambers garners praise as ‘an excellent set to work with that always provides exceptional service’ on personal injury-related issues. Sofia Ashraf is a ‘very sound’ advocate who specialises in claims brought by minors or protected parties. Lorna Badham has ‘an excellent eye for detail’ and has significant expertise in cross-border matters. Andrew Evans recently represented the claimants in a case arising after a person suffered serious orthopaedic and psychiatric injuries after being hit on the side of the road by a trailer.
Testimonials
‘Janita Patel and Manpreet Kaur are some of the most diligent and effective clerks. They are a credit to their chambers and excellent at retaining and growing instructions.’
‘Manpreet Kaur is always accommodating.’
‘St Philips Chambers is a great chambers with a decent selection of barristers.’
‘An excellent set to work with, from the brilliant staff at reception to the clerks and barristers.’
‘St Philips Chambers is a great set with good strength in depth in personal injury.’