Barrister, Exchange Chambers, Liverpool
Matthew specialises in catastrophic personal injury and clinical negligence claims, acting for claimants and their families in cases of the utmost complexity, sensitivity and value. His practice focuses on brain injury, spinal cord injury and amputation claims, as well as other life-changing injuries.
He is frequently instructed in high-value and technically demanding cases, including those involving novel or developing areas of law, appeals and declaratory proceedings. He is often brought in to advise on strategy at an early stage and to work alongside solicitors in shaping cases for trial, joint settlement meetings and mediation.
Matthew is widely recognised for his meticulous preparation, technical expertise and persuasive advocacy, combined with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach. He works collaboratively with instructing solicitors and experts to achieve the best possible outcomes, while maintaining a strong focus on rehabilitation and the long-term needs of claimants and their families.
He is a former President of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL), having been elected its youngest ever President in 2013, and served on its national executive committee between 2007 and 2015. He is a founding member of the Serious Injury Guide steering group and co-author of the Guide, which has reshaped best practice in catastrophic injury litigation. He remains closely involved in APIL’s work on rehabilitation and has contributed to its Best Practice Guide.
Matthew has received national recognition for his work, including Outstanding Case of the Year at the 2024 Personal Injury Awards (Hadley v Przybylo), having been shortlisted in 2023 (Ashton v Liverpool YMCA). He is consistently recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners.
He regularly lectures and writes on catastrophic injury litigation and delivers specialist training, including APIL’s brain injury programmes and wider catastrophic injury and clinical negligence courses.
He is known for combining rigorous legal analysis with empathy and clear communication, ensuring that claimants and their families are fully supported throughout the litigation process while enabling solicitors to progress claims with confidence.
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