At the 'very strong set' Deka Chambers, the clinical negligence team is sought after for its strength in advising on cases pertaining to brain damage during births, delayed diagnoses and surgical negligence claims involving issues of quantum, causation, and breach of duty. Edward Bishop KC is active in cases involving high-value cerebral palsy claims. Simon Readhead KC is 'a leader in his field and master of his craft'. Laura Begley has extensive expertise in advising on catastrophic brain and spinal injury claims.
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  • 'Michael Goodridge runs a tight ship.'
  • 'Michael Goodridge is always able to match the right counsel to any case. He is hugely personable and commercially astute.'
  • 'Clark Chassis will always go above and beyond - he is the loveliest chap and so hard working.'
  • 'Clark Chassis is an outstanding senior clerk.'
  • 'The set has excellent strength in depth with barristers from junior to senior and all advise to an excellent standard.'
  • 'Deka is a strong set in the field of clinical negligence.'

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