‘Very solid set’ No5 Barristers’ Chambers has ‘strength and depth in abundance’ in the personal injury area. The ‘intelligent, pragmatic and tactically sharp’ Henry Pitchers KC heads the personal injury group in chambers, and is well known for his expertise in advising on cases concerning polytrauma, amputations, and brain and spinal injuries, which are also a core area of instruction for Chris Bright KC. Among the juniors, Nick Xydias is sought after for his experience in handling fatal accident cases, Richard Moat regularly advises on industrial disease, chronic pain and psychiatric injury claims, and the ‘consummate professional’ Esther Gamble is routinely involved in multi-track cases involving fatalities, neurological injuries and amputations. Steven Fisher acts for claimants and defendants in occupiers’ liability, road traffic accidents and employers’ liability cases.
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  • 'Will Theaker and Pete Mottram run a very tight ship.'
  • 'Peter Mottram is fantastic at keeping in touch.'
  • 'Peter Mottram, William Theaker, Matthew Reeves, Morgan Smith and Tracey Witherford all have been exemplary in finding solutions to problems and responding to calls and emails quickly.'
  • 'No 5 Chambers always offers a superb service.'
  • 'The go-to set for serious injury solicitors in the Midlands area and have an impressive selection of counsel to choose from.'
  • 'The breadth of experience within chambers is very impressive.'

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