Ms Claire Steward > Kings Chambers > Manchester, England > Barrister Profile

Kings Chambers
36 YOUNG STREET
MANCHESTER
M3 3FT
England
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Position

Claire is a clinical negligence specialist. She has extensive experience in all areas of clinical negligence including: delay in diagnosis of cancer, orthopaedics, surgical negligence, ophthalmics, obstetrics and gynaecology, Accident and Emergency and primary health care.

Memberships

Personal Injury Bar Association

Education

University of Manchester BA (Hons) Modern History with Economics CPE (Manchester Metropolitan University) BVC (Manchester Metropolitan University) Called to the Bar 2002 (Lincolns Inn – Lord Denning Scholarship)

Lawyer Rankings

Regional Bar > Northern Circuit > Clinical negligence

(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 1

Claire StewardKings ChambersClaire is undoubtedly one of the most insightful barristers on the northern circuit. Her attention to detail is unrivalled and her knowledge extensive, she is able to understand cases from all perspectives which ensures her advice is well-considered and appropriate, and she is not afraid to deliver uncomfortable advice where necessary.’

Kings Chambers is home to Sarah Pritchard KC, who is sought after by defendants in high-value clinical negligence claims. Helen Mulholland KC acts for both claimants and defendants, and of recent note has been instructed on several cerebral palsy claims. Nicholas Braslavsky KC boasts substantial expertise in a range of clinical negligence cases, including asphyxia and cerebral palsy mandates, misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis, and GP negligence claims. Sarah Pritchard KC specialises in cases arising from negligently handled births, spinal injuries, and surgical negligence. Charlotte Law is another notable name in this area, often handling complex issues of medicine, while Claire Steward is skilled in cases concerning issues of liability. Richard Borrett is another notable member of the set who is instructed by both claimants and defendants, and his expertise spans across surgical, dental, GP, and maternity claims.