Hywel Evans is a civil law barrister, with a focus on actions against the police, personal injury, and clinical negligence. His practice includes representing both claimants and defendants in Fast and Multi-Track trials, inquests, and professional disciplinary proceedings.
Before joining the Bar, Hywel practised as a solicitor, specialising in serious and catastrophic injury claims. This background gives him valuable insight into the needs of his professional clients and the challenges they face throughout the litigation process.
Hywel has a particular interest in complex and medically sensitive claims, involving brain injury (including subtle / mild traumatic brain injury), fibromyalgia or Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. His undergraduate degree in medical sciences underpins his strong technical understanding in these areas. He also has experience defending personal injury clients facing allegations of fundamental dishonesty, often involving surveillance or social media evidence.
Alongside his court work, Hywel regularly appears in inquests on behalf of interested persons, and before regulatory panels such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council and the Education Workforce Council.
He is known for his calm, meticulous approach and ability to communicate clearly with both lay and professional clients.
Outside court, Hywel enjoys hiking and Mixed Martial Arts along with spin classes, football, and rugby.