Tom Barnes

Partner, Head of Medical Negligence

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Specialising in medical negligence cases since qualifying as a Chartered Legal Executive in 1989. Tom has extensive experience and knowledge in advising claimants and their families, helping them get through what can be the most difficult of times. He also deals with Deputyships.

He is a member of Action against Medical Accident (AVMA) and The Law Society Clinical Negligence Panels. He specialises in Cerebral Palsy and Brain Injury cases and other cases of maximum severity. Tom is also a Senior Litigator member of The Association Of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL).

Tom heads the Medical Negligence Department at BTTJ and was instrumental in the Department’s renewal of its Legal Aid Franchise accreditation, the Auditor from the Legal Services Commission commenting that the Department’s procedures were the best she had seen.

The Legal 500 has also recognised Tom, stating he is “Highly experienced, has a great case load and is popular with clients“.

Tom also oversees our Family & Matrimonial Department.

Professional Associations and Memberships:

Member of Actions against Medical Accidents Panel (AVMA)

Law Society Clinical Negligence Panel

APiL - Senior Litigator

"After not knowing where to turn & battling many channels, including hospital PALS service, local MP, home legal insurance, ombudsman etc it was a relief & reassurance to feel my care was finally in capable hands & I would take a step back. I always felt confident that Tom would achieve a positive result & was also impressed by the input of the nurse, doctor & barristers involved in my case."

"I just wanted to personally thank you for taking on my mum's case and seeing it through to its conclusion. I really do appreciate your time, patience and advice over the past few years and know mum and dad feel the same. Mum will now be able to secure the right care and equipment for her needs. Simply knowing they are now in a position to be able to do what needs to be done to make her life more comfortable is such a tremendous relief. So, many thanks to you and your team for all you have done."

"Tom Barnes was excellent, professional and demonstrated real empathy."

"I would like to thank you and the team for everything you have done to get me this money. It's going to be a great help to use for the future."

Everything was very well explained and we knew that our best interests were absolutely paramount. The level of service we received was first class. Our position was explained perfectly to us in a professional, compassionate and concise manner.

"Tom is amazing! Professional but also kind and compassionate, I'm so thankful for his help and support."

"The particular lawyer I have been dealing with is Mr T K Barnes. He has excellent communication skills and always kept me up to date every step of the way on my case. He assured me on every aspect of my claim and never faltered in putting my mind at rest over the last few years especially when my confidence started to fade on occasions. Although my particular case has been settled, I have chosen this firm to carry on working with me and (in particular Mr T K Barnes) to be Joint Deputy with myself on behalf of my son, for the foreseeable future. I would recommend this firm and this particular lawyer to anyone who is unsure or nervous about employing the use of a lawyer/firm of solicitors."

Latest blog posts...

Tom Barnes re-accredited as a Law Society Clinical Negligence Scheme Member

11th April 2023

Tom Barnes, Partner & head of our Medical Negligence team, has had his re-accreditation application for The Law Society's Clinical Negligence Accreditation as a scheme member successfully renewed. Accreditations are renewed every 12 months. The Law Society's Clinical Negligence Accreditation is a recognised quality standard for practitioners representing claimants in clinical negligence...

Our Clinical Negligence Team have passed their Legal Aid Agency annual review

8th February 2023

Our Clinical Negligence Team have passed their Legal Aid Agency annual review for 2023 The Legal Aid Agency's responsibilities include making sure legal aid services from solicitors, barristers and the not-for-profit sector are available to the general public. They are an executive agency, sponsored by the Ministry of Justice. As a legal Aid provider we recieve an annual review to ensure...