London Bar
Inquests and inquiries
Leading silk4Michael’s greatest strengths are his advocacy and his strategic thinking. A delight to work with.’
Kings Chambers
Barristers
Michael Rawlinson KC
Kings Chambers, North West
Position
Michael’s main area of practice arises from claims where historic exposure to any bodily insult is argued to have led to late-onset sequelae. Predominantly this arises in respect of asbestos exposure leading to the contraction of cancer but there are few toxic agents which he has not encountered in litigation.
Career
University: Manchester LLB (Harry Street Tort Prize, Lawson Prize and Dauntsey Scholarship). Inner Temple (Major scholarship). Called in 1991 and took silk in 2009
Memberships
Northern Circuit Medical Law Association. PIBA.
Mentions
London Bar
Aviation and travel
Leading silk2London Bar
Personal injury
Leading silk1‘He always seems to be two steps ahead of his opponents.’
Northern Circuit • Regional Bar
Inquests and inquiries
Leading silk2‘His opponents respect and like him, and he works as well leading a team as he does dealing with clients from all sorts of backgrounds. He is very personable and keeps his cool and sense of humour in tough situations.'
Northern Circuit • Regional Bar
Personal injury
Leading silk1is incredibly bright, super confident and very persuasive. His pleadings are deliberate, potent and well crafted. A confident orator who holds attention.'
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