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England - London Bar

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Personal injury

Farrar's Building

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Farrar’s Building is 'a really strong set in relation to personal injury litigation'. The team continues to advise on a wide range of matters for both claimants and defendants. John Meredith-Hardy stands out for his deep expertise in handling catastrophic injury cases involving neurological and psychiatric injuries and chronic pain, and Hannah Saxena has been kept busy advising on claims arising from fatal accidents and severe spinal injuries. The 'outstanding' Andrew Arentsen has a strong track record in advising on industrial disease claims.

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Testimonials

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'Paul Cray is a stand out star.'
'James Shaw is very responsive.'
'James Shaw is a safe pair of hands.'
'The clerks at Farrar's Building are all very capable and, collectively, run a very tight ship.'
'One of the best sets for defendant personal injury work.'
'Very impressive set.'

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Personal injury - 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.

‘Lee is a persuasive and compelling advocate with a deceptively relaxed style, which proves very effective.’

John Meredith-Hardy

‘The level of detail he goes to is unsurpassed.’

‘Hannah is tough but fair and has a straightforward, open style which judges enjoy. She is a strong advocate.'

‘An intelligent and thoughtful barrister who always gets to grips with a case swiftly and has a charming manner.’

Andrew Arentsen

‘Andrew is quick and thorough; clear and concise in conference; and excellent on his feet.’

Tom Bourne-Arton

‘Tom is sharp and astute. He is highly approachable and his attention to detail is second to none.’

‘Joshua always goes above and beyond.’

‘He is very good with anxious and nervous clients.’

‘He is clearly bright, a good advocate, gets to grips with the main issues in a case quickly and has a very calm manner.'

‘He builds excellent rapport with clients. His work is always timely, considered and detailed.’

‘Approachable, responsive and helpful.'

‘John's knowledge and confidence before the court, clients and witnesses serves to get results.’

‘Howard always provides cogent advice.’

‘Carwyn very quickly identifies the key issues in a matter and readily assesses the strengths and weaknesses of the client’s position. His drafting is clear, detailed and persuasive.’

‘Very good on his feet. Very eloquent and persuasive.’

‘He is a very effective advocate, calm under pressure and incisive in his questioning.’

‘James is extremely knowledgeable, quick thinking on his feet, personable and friendly.’

‘A robust advocate with a keen appreciation of what clients require.'