St Philips Chambers offers several strong barristers handling a wide range of clinical negligence matters. With ‘excellent client care’ skills Colin Baran stands out for his expertise in cosmetic surgery claims. He is also noted for his experience handling claims involving sportspeople alleging negligence on the part of physiotherapists and other medical professionals responsible for rehabilitation treatment following injury. Andrew Evans is recognised by clients as ’a great advocate with a keen eye for detail’.

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  • 'The clerks are brilliant, especially Oliver Edwards, Janita Patel, Harie Bariana and Georgia Coleyshaw.'
  • 'Janita Patel is a go-to clerk; she is always helpful and very organised.'
  • 'The set has good availability and offers quality training.'
  • 'Clerks are responsive and happy to assist when needed.'

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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.
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Andrew Evans
St Philips Chambers
'Andrew is a great advocate with a keen eye for detail, which is a must-have skillset in the complex medical negligence field. He is very approachable and clients are always very comforted by his approach.'
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Colin Baran
St Philips Chambers
'Colin is a brilliant advocate. His work is exemplary and it is always clear that Colin knows his cases inside out. His advice always bears out as correct and clients like him because of his calm and knowledgeable manner.'
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Petar Starcevic
St Philips Chambers
‘Petar's attention to detail is of the highest standard and his ability to assimilate large quantities of information and grapple complex issues is outstanding.'