Barcan+Kirby LLP

Lauded as ‘one of the best clinical negligence teams in the South West’, Barcan+Kirby LLP harnesses a deep bench of experts to undertake complex injury cases, notably concerning cerebral palsy, head and spinal injuries and fatal accidents. The Bristol team is spearheaded by Richard Harries, a highly respected practitioner with over two decades of experience representing clients in high-value clinical negligence cases involving late diagnoses, severe birth injuries and surgical negligence. Jay Nathwani leverages ’a very impressive knowledge of the sector’, specialising in complex brain injury claims; cerebral palsy-expert Helen Franklin is recommended for her ‘great empathy’ towards clients; and the ’superb’ Charlotte Tracy handles a wide range of claims, including birth injuries and fatal accidents, with a particular focus on cases involving paediatrics and obstetrics. Consultant Claire Hurrell is a key contact for matters relating to brain damage during birth or in the neonatal period, and ‘fearless litigator’ Fiona Dabell also comes recommended.