Jim Hester – Barrister, Parklane Plowden Chambers
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Jim Hester is a highly respected personal injury barrister with a nationally recognised expertise in occupational disease litigation. With a wealth of experience in complex industrial disease claims, Jim is particularly well regarded for his technical knowledge of noise-induced hearing loss and hand-arm vibration cases.
Before joining the Bar, Jim served for 10 years as a Major in the Royal Marines Commandos, giving him unique insight into military-related injury claims. Since 2020, he has been appointed to the Attorney General’s Panel of Counsel to the Crown and frequently represents public bodies, including the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Justice.
Jim is ranked in both leading legal directories for his expertise and is known for his sharp tactical approach, meticulous case preparation, and formidable advocacy—particularly when cross-examining experts in technically complex cases. His practice covers all aspects of occupational disease litigation, including asbestos-related injuries, vibration syndromes, occupational asthma, and noise-induced hearing loss.