Henderson Chambers has an excellent reputation for handling the full range of product liability claims. Charles Gibson KC is 'an undisputed heavyweight champion of the product liability arena'. Prashant Popat KC has an established track record in acting in complex, high-profile commercial product liability claims. At the junior end of chambers, James Purnell is sought after for his expertise in acting for defendants, often in multi-national cases, and brings extensive experience in handling claims involving medical products. George Mallet is instructed by the defendant in a case involving two claims concerning allegedly defective Covid-19 testing equipment.
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Henderson Chambers
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‚The clerking team are very friendly and helpful. Daniel Kemp stands out.‘
‚Daniel Kemp is excellent. He is very polite and dedicated to his team and their clients.‘
‚The clerks are very helpful and quick to respond to queries. ‚
2 Temple Gardens
2 Temple Gardens’ team is 'well-equipped to handle complex, multi-defendant litigation'. The group has a strong track record in advising on product liability claims in the engineering, automotive, pharmaceutical and medical devices sectors. Charles Dougherty KC is 'a go-to product liability silk' with 'an exceptionally clear style of advocacy', and Neil Moody KC 'has a charming manner and wears his knowledge and authority lightly'. Alistair Mackenzie is well versed in handling claims involving cross-border elements, and is regularly instructed by claimants and manufacturers in a range of matters. Recent noteworthy instructions of the team include Anna Hughes and Gareth Shires appearing in a group action relating to the use of an allegedly defective permanent contraceptive device.
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‚Lee Tyler is pragmatic, responsive and great to deal with.‘
‚Good clerks. Efficient, friendly, and accommodating.‘
‚All of the clerks are extremely responsive and willing to go that extra mile to assist. Lee Tyler works hard to ensure that matters are dealt with efficiently. ‚
7BR
Well-regarded for its expertise in the medical devices, pharmaceutical, manufacturing and automotive sectors, 7BR's team excels in handling a wide spectrum of product liability claims. Hugh Preston KC is 'an excellent and reasonable advocate who is knowledgeable about product liability law'. Simeon Maskrey KC is advising on a group action claim regarding contaminated blood transfusions, and Jonathan Bertram is representing claimants in group litigation concerning claims being pursued against the suppliers of Oculentis lenses.
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‚Albie Barton is a joy to work with.‘
‚7BR’s clerking team are responsive and work hard to ensure everything is covered.‘
‚Excellent service.‘
Crown Office Chambers
Viewed as ‘a go to set for product liability‘, Crown Office Chambers‘ members continue to handle a wide range of complex, high-profile matters. Notably, Alexander Antelme KC is acting for Renault and associated companies in the ongoing “Dieselgate” litigation, in which Richard Sage and David Myhill have prominent roles. In a separate matter, Antelme KC and Elizabeth Boon are acting as counsel to Kenvue concerning a proposed group action, arising from allegations that talcum powder caused cancer in the claimants. Daniel Shapiro KC successfully defended Daimler Buses against a product liability claim, brought by Dublin Coach, that the Euro 6 compliant diesel exhaust systems in Mercedes Tourismo coaches were defective and caught fire.
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‚Joe Shepherd stands out for his client care and exemplary service.‘
‚The clerks at Crown Office are fantastic. They are helpful and available at all times.‘
‚The clerks‘ room is excellent.‘
4 New Square Chambers
4 New Square Chambers‘ capabilities include expertise in the pharmaceuticals, medical devices, consumer goods and manufacturing sectors. David Turner KC leads a team handling claims arising from the Grenfell Tower fire brought against the manufacturer of a fridge-freezer and the manufacturer of the flammable cladding panels and its parent company. Isabel Barter continues to act as lead junior in the Grenfell Tower litigation, while Conor Ewing is representing the manufacturer in a group action concerning the use of a permanent contraceptive device, which allegedly caused adverse effects in over 200 women.
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‚Bobby Thompson is helpful and polite.‘
‚Efficient clerking.‘
‚4 New Square is up and coming in the product liability scene.‘
Fountain Court Chambers
Fountain Court Chambers has extensive experience in handling product liability claims in the pharmaceutical, consumer, aviation, automotive and insurance sectors. Leigh-Ann Mulcahy KC continues to act for the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea in claims arising from the Grenfell Tower Fire, as well as advising on ongoing emissions litigation for three prominent automotive brands. Akhil Shah KC is sought after for his expertise in handling technically complex product liability claims.
Outer Temple Chambers
The team at Outer Temple Chambers has a solid track record in handling injury-related product liability litigation for both insurers and claimants, and routinely assists corporate clients with commercial claims. Nathan Tavares KC is acting for the claimant in an ongoing case concerning a bicycle which split in two on a grass slope, resulting in the claimant becoming paralysed with a spinal cord injury. Elsewhere in chambers, Robert Dickason is acting for the Department of Health and Social Care in ongoing litigation relating to the infected blood scandal. Harry Lambert joined the team in February 2025.
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‚An excellent clerking team. Very approachable and easy to work with in often difficult or time pressured circumstances. Always eager to work with you to find solutions to problems.‘
‚A very strong set.‘
Henderson Chambers
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‚The clerking team are very friendly and helpful. Daniel Kemp stands out.‘
‚Daniel Kemp is excellent. He is very polite and dedicated to his team and their clients.‘
‚The clerks are very helpful and quick to respond to queries. ‚
2 Temple Gardens
2 Temple Gardens’ team is 'well-equipped to handle complex, multi-defendant litigation'. The group has a strong track record in advising on product liability claims in the engineering, automotive, pharmaceutical and medical devices sectors. Charles Dougherty KC is 'a go-to product liability silk' with 'an exceptionally clear style of advocacy', and Neil Moody KC 'has a charming manner and wears his knowledge and authority lightly'. Alistair Mackenzie is well versed in handling claims involving cross-border elements, and is regularly instructed by claimants and manufacturers in a range of matters. Recent noteworthy instructions of the team include Anna Hughes and Gareth Shires appearing in a group action relating to the use of an allegedly defective permanent contraceptive device.
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‚Lee Tyler is pragmatic, responsive and great to deal with.‘
‚Good clerks. Efficient, friendly, and accommodating.‘
‚All of the clerks are extremely responsive and willing to go that extra mile to assist. Lee Tyler works hard to ensure that matters are dealt with efficiently. ‚
7BR
Well-regarded for its expertise in the medical devices, pharmaceutical, manufacturing and automotive sectors, 7BR's team excels in handling a wide spectrum of product liability claims. Hugh Preston KC is 'an excellent and reasonable advocate who is knowledgeable about product liability law'. Simeon Maskrey KC is advising on a group action claim regarding contaminated blood transfusions, and Jonathan Bertram is representing claimants in group litigation concerning claims being pursued against the suppliers of Oculentis lenses.
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‚Albie Barton is a joy to work with.‘
‚7BR’s clerking team are responsive and work hard to ensure everything is covered.‘
‚Excellent service.‘
Crown Office Chambers
Viewed as ‘a go to set for product liability‘, Crown Office Chambers‘ members continue to handle a wide range of complex, high-profile matters. Notably, Alexander Antelme KC is acting for Renault and associated companies in the ongoing “Dieselgate” litigation, in which Richard Sage and David Myhill have prominent roles. In a separate matter, Antelme KC and Elizabeth Boon are acting as counsel to Kenvue concerning a proposed group action, arising from allegations that talcum powder caused cancer in the claimants. Daniel Shapiro KC successfully defended Daimler Buses against a product liability claim, brought by Dublin Coach, that the Euro 6 compliant diesel exhaust systems in Mercedes Tourismo coaches were defective and caught fire.
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‚Joe Shepherd stands out for his client care and exemplary service.‘
‚The clerks at Crown Office are fantastic. They are helpful and available at all times.‘
‚The clerks‘ room is excellent.‘
4 New Square Chambers
4 New Square Chambers‘ capabilities include expertise in the pharmaceuticals, medical devices, consumer goods and manufacturing sectors. David Turner KC leads a team handling claims arising from the Grenfell Tower fire brought against the manufacturer of a fridge-freezer and the manufacturer of the flammable cladding panels and its parent company. Isabel Barter continues to act as lead junior in the Grenfell Tower litigation, while Conor Ewing is representing the manufacturer in a group action concerning the use of a permanent contraceptive device, which allegedly caused adverse effects in over 200 women.
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‚Bobby Thompson is helpful and polite.‘
‚Efficient clerking.‘
‚4 New Square is up and coming in the product liability scene.‘
Fountain Court Chambers
Fountain Court Chambers has extensive experience in handling product liability claims in the pharmaceutical, consumer, aviation, automotive and insurance sectors. Leigh-Ann Mulcahy KC continues to act for the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea in claims arising from the Grenfell Tower Fire, as well as advising on ongoing emissions litigation for three prominent automotive brands. Akhil Shah KC is sought after for his expertise in handling technically complex product liability claims.
Outer Temple Chambers
The team at Outer Temple Chambers has a solid track record in handling injury-related product liability litigation for both insurers and claimants, and routinely assists corporate clients with commercial claims. Nathan Tavares KC is acting for the claimant in an ongoing case concerning a bicycle which split in two on a grass slope, resulting in the claimant becoming paralysed with a spinal cord injury. Elsewhere in chambers, Robert Dickason is acting for the Department of Health and Social Care in ongoing litigation relating to the infected blood scandal. Harry Lambert joined the team in February 2025.
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‚An excellent clerking team. Very approachable and easy to work with in often difficult or time pressured circumstances. Always eager to work with you to find solutions to problems.‘
‚A very strong set.‘