The quality of his work is second to none. He always gets the right result on any case in which he is instructed. He has a really pleasant and calm demeanour that puts clients at ease.”

Chambers UK 2024, Personal Injury

Andrew undertakes complex clinical negligence work involving difficult issues surrounding breach of duty and causation primarily on behalf of NHS Trusts in England and Local Health Boards in Wales.

He had notable success in the latter part of 2019, including the successful defence at trial of a claim against a Professor of Colorectal Surgery who was accused of negligent execution of a laparascopic colon resection in which it was alleged that there had been a negligent perforation of a ureter. Hitherto he defended a claim for inappropriate treatment of a suspected pulmonary embolism causing a fatal cerebral infarction which was tried by Sir Robert Francis KC. Presently he is involved in defending claims for alleged negligent spinal surgery and another claim for an alleged failure to treat Charcot arthropathy.

Andrew is able to provide detailed, high quality defences and other paperwork within a rapid time-frame and has seen this aspect of his caseload grow substantially this year.

Directory Quotes

Andrew is the senior junior of choice for high-value claims. He works ferociously hard, is hugely intelligent, and a truly excellent advocate. ‘He is a superb barrister who can’t be beaten for his eye for detail. He has depth of knowledge and is down to earth, he takes a pragmatic approach to cases.’”

Chambers UK 2024, Personal Injury

Andrew is excellent at drafting erudite defences and counter schedules. He is adept at probing cross-examination of witnesses at trial and putting forward complex cases in a straightforward fashion. He has in-depth medical knowledge and is a masterful tactician in mediations and without prejudice settlement meetings.”

The Legal 500 2024, Personal Injury

Very hard-working, he never misses a deadline and his work is very detailed. He is absolutely first-rate and one of the most robust leaders in this space.”

Chambers UK 2022, Personal Injury

Andrew is very astute and incredibly hard-working. He has a very forensic approach to breaking down the component aspects of each claim.”

LEGAL 500 2022, PERSONAL INJURY

A brave advocate who will stand his corner in front of a difficult judge. Clients love him as he speaks their language and provides very sensible and commercial advice. ‘He’s excellent with clients, has a keen eye for detail and is a powerful and persuasive advocate.“

CHAMBERS UK 2021, PERSONAL INJURY

Superb advocate, very good in Court. Also provides clear and concise advice which gets to the heart of a case without dwelling on peripheral issues. Very good manner with clients, relatable and engaging.”

LEGAL 500 2021, PERSONAL INJURY
  • Appointments:

    • A Panel of GLD counsel, dealing with the most complex work on behalf of government
    • Attorney General’s List of Panel Counsel 2012 – 2023
  • Qualifications & awards:

    • BA (Hons) York
  • Professional memberships:

    • Member of the Personal Injury Bar Association Scholarships Benefactor’s and Blackstone scholarships from Middle Temple
  • Andrew McLaughlin is regulated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB) and holds a current practising certificate. If you are not satisfied with the service provided, please read here.