Position

Henry is recognised as a leading personal injury and clinical negligence practitioner.  He acts for Claimants and Defendants typically in complex and high value claims.  He has negotiated settlements as high as nearly £7,000,000.

He was awarded Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence Junior Barrister of the Year award in 2014 by Chambers & Partners.  He has appeared in their guide for many years, recommended in both personal injury and clinical negligence.  Observers have said, for example,  “I am impressed by his attention to detail and his commitment to ensure that no stone gets left unturned. He has a very agile and adaptable approach to things” and that he is “A tower of strength; he is calm in the midst of battle, knows how to read judges and is an excellent strategist”  He has also been described as “unflappable and laser-like in terms of his focus.”, an “extremely safe pair of hands,” and as “delightful” with both “panache and a beautiful manner”. “He knows when to fight,” declare observers.

Henry encourages a team approach, he is happy to travel to see claimants and insurers alike.

Education

Portsmouth Grammar School; University College London (1985 LLB; 1986 LLM).

Mentions

London Bar

Clinical negligence

LEADING JUNIORS2

Henry Charles – 12 King’s Bench Walk ‘Henry is outstanding, especially when he combines his remarkable knowledge with his attention to detail. Henry is a compelling advocate with a calm convincing style.'

London Bar

Personal injury, industrial disease and insurance fraud

LEADING JUNIORS1

Henry Charles –12 King’s Bench Walk ‘Henry is meticulous with detail whilst having a firm grasp on the big picture of a case. He has a great breadth of knowledge and can often offer solutions which are out of the box.'