Medical law
"Hailsham Chambers is home to some of the best-known and most highly respected barristers in the field and is considered to be "knocking on the door" of the very best sets." Chambers UK 2010
"Hailsham Chambers is a 'hard-working and extremely reliable' outfit that specialises in healthcare and clinical negligence matters for both claimants and defendants. Its efforts are spearheaded by two eminent silks." Chambers UK 2009
"Hailsham Chambers justifies its position as a 'top set for clinical negligence work' thanks to a 'small but dedicated' group of specialists." Legal 500 2008
"Covering both claimant and defendant work, this set continues to win new clients drawn to the strength of its team." Chambers UK 2008
"This set enjoys a solid reputation in the market due to the strength and depth of its clinical negligence practitioners. It benefits from the inclusion of barristers with dual medical and legal qualifications." Chambers UK 2007
"Researchers were overwhelmed with positive feedback for Martin Spencer QC.'His technical skills are undoubtedly impressive and he maintains an accessibility and approachability that makes him a user-friendly silk for solicitors,' explained one satisfied lawyer. Spencer is consistently successful when handling high-value quantum cases and liability matters, and is endorsed as 'combining the gravitas required in the courtroom with the sensitivity that makes him popular with clients'." Chambers UK 2010
"David Pittaway QC also wins much support. He 'knows how to navigate a complex case and get straight to the nub of the matter'." Chambers UK 2010
"Jane Tracy Forster has one of the most formidable reputations amongst her peers at the Bar. Also incredibly popular with instructing solicitors, 'she has a human touch and clients absolutely love her'." Chambers UK 2010
"Jane Mishcon, who is credited for bringing 'a supportive and pragmatic approach' when acting for both claimants and defendants." Chambers UK 2010
"Derek Holwill is another junior in demand. An 'experienced and highly competent barrister with a detailed and comprehensive knowledge of the law,' he is an expert advocate both orally and in writing." Chambers UK 2010
"Matthew Jackson is 'a friendly, ebullient individual, who is extremely dogged when the case requires it.' One source explained that 'he is capable of holding his ground without resorting to aggressiveness or foolish tactics'." Chambers UK 2010
"'Terrier-like' Clare Price also garnered her fair share of praise. Seen as someone who has carved out a decent practice, she impresses clients with her 'straight-down-the-line attitude'." Chambers UK 2010
"'Polished performer' Andrew Post elicited praise from instructing solicitors, who note that 'he has broad medical experience and is tactically astute.' Commentators feel that he is 'extremely flexible in his approach' as a result of the fact that he works for both claimants and defendants." Chambers UK 2010
"Tejina Mangat is medically qualified, with interviewees noting that 'her medical knowledge is second to none.' She received further commendation from solicitors who remarked that she is 'bright, conscientious and extremely popular amongst the clients'." Chambers UK 2010
"Nicholas Peacock was dubbed 'a very switched-on performer' by sources." Chambers UK 2010
"Alexander Hutton is expected to go from strength to strength, as he is 'bright, hard-working and extremely knowledgeable.' Sources comment that 'with him, a first-class job is guaranteed.' In addition to being known as a strong personal injury practitioner, he is also commended for his costs work." Chambers UK 2010
"Martin Spencer QC is ‘absolutely excellent‘; Spencer appeared in the Wright v Secretary of State for Health - the care standards and human rights litigation." Legal 500 2009
"David Pittaway QC ‘combines an encyclopedic knowledge with real humanity‘." Legal 500 2009
"Jane Tracy Forster and Dr Tejina Mangat are also recommended." Legal 500 2009
"Matthew Jackson is ‘unassuming, measured: very good indeed‘, for high-value birth injury cases." Legal 500 2009
"Clare Price is ‘very experienced and understated‘." Legal 500 2009
"Martin Spencer QC is a 'fantastic leader' who 'combines a user-friendly, approachable manner with impressive technical abilities.' Highly successful in negotiations as well as in court, he is especially known for his expertise in brain and spinal injury and consent to treatment cases." Chambers UK 2009
"David Pittaway QC is commended for his 'detailed medical knowledge' and has a strong profile in professional disciplinary and negligence work." Chambers UK 2009
" 'tough and extremely experienced' Jane Tracy Forster leads the way. She has acted for claimants in a range of high-value, complex cases and is a solicitors' favourite as she is 'meticulous and analytical, has incredible recall of details and gives sound, practical advice'." Chambers UK 2009
"The medically qualified and 'absolutely excellent' Tejina Mangat deals with obstetric brain injuries. She is 'straight down the line, spot on in terms of identifying the issues and particularly impressive in her paperwork'." Chambers UK 2009
"Jane Mishcon has settled some extremely challenging high-value cases in recent months. 'Forensically fantastic,' she is 'completely committed and has the patience of a saint in trying situations'." Chambers UK 2009
"The 'phenomenally clever' Derek Holwill... 'always picks up on the necessary points.' His work highlights include numerous settlements for claimants of considerable amounts of money." Chambers UK 2009
"Andrew Post has enjoyed his own significant successes in recent months. Something of an expert on cerebral palsy cases, he is a "thorough, pragmatic and sympathetic" junior who is valued for his 'expert dissections of cases and his pleasant manner with clients'." Chambers UK 2009
"Solicitors rely on the 'robust and personable' Alexander Hutton in costs matters. A good advocate, he is 'great to work with and understands the wider implications of a case'." Chambers UK 2009
"With broad experience in the dental as well as medical fields, Nicholas Peacock is 'obliging, puts clients at their ease, and always goes the extra mile'." Chambers UK 2009
"Martin Spencer QC is praised for his 'tenacious approach' and providing a 'different perspective' to intricate cases." Legal 500 2008
"David Pittaway QC 'combines encyclopaedic knowledge with deep sympathy and humanity' " Legal 500, 2008
"Celebrated juniors include Jane Tracy Forster and Dr Tejina Mangat" Legal 500 2008
"also recommended [is] Clare Price 'extremely good at providing well-thought out, practical and legally sound advice to an agreed timescale'." Legal 500 2008
"Alexander Hutton [is] 'a real star of the future'." Legal 500 2008
"Leading silk Martin Spencer QC is 'a tremendous asset to any team' and 'the sort of counsel you can really rely on', say solicitors...'there is no better person to have in a settlement meeting'." Chambers UK 2008
"Jane Tracy Forster 'is kind and gentle with clients but also has a streak of steel' according to observers." Chambers UK 2008
"Jane Mishcon is admired for her 'down-to-earth' demeanour" Chambers UK 2008
"Former doctor Tejina Mangat, meanwhile, maintains a solid reputation in the field. She is a 'thorough and meticulous advocate' and wins further plaudits for her 'hardworking and diligent' approach to cases." Chambers UK 2008
"A real favourite with solicitors, Martin Spencer QC moves into the leading group of clinical negligence barristers. He is credited as being 'robust in trial'." Chambers UK 2007
"Among the silks driving this set forward is Martin Spencer QC who is 'really coming to the fore in clinical negligence', and 'works hard to make life easy for the solicitors; a pleasure to deal with'." Legal 500 2007
"The 'tenacious' Jane Tracy Forster is 'a force to be reckoned with', say observers." Chambers UK 2007
"With her 'good bedside manner,' Jane Mishcon has a 'modern and sympathetic approach to clients'." Chambers UK 2007
"Giving further weight to an already strong junior team, we also recommend Jane Mishcon, considered 'modest but brilliant' and 'a great negotiator who is seriously undersold'." Legal 500 2007
"Alex Hutton whom clients believe 'has no weaknesses', making him 'a great advocate who will rise to the very top'." Legal 500 2007
"The ever popular Jane Tracy Forster is 'incredibly thorough and a pleasure to work with'." Legal 500 2006