Richard Harries

“Recognised as one of the most able clinical negligence lawyers in the South West, Richard conducts of the most complex cases, which are invariably prepared with great care and expertise. He is a genuinely impressive individual who is completely committed to his team and his work.”

– Chambers and Partners UK 2027

Richard joined Barcan and Kirby in 2003. He became a Partner in 2008 and heads up our Medical Negligence and Personal Injury teams.

Richard has over two decades of experience in clinical negligence and works on all types of cases, including:

Recognition

  • Band 1 ranked and recognised by the Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession for his ability in complex cases
  • Recognised in Chambers and Partners UK 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027 as a “fantastic negotiator who fights hard for his clients and leaves no stone unturned”
  • A ‘Leading Individual’ in Legal 500 UK 2024
  • A ‘Leading Partner’ in Legal 500 UK 2025, 2026 and 2027, and cited as “One of the best in the business”

Qualifications

  • Law (LL.B.) from Aberystwyth University

Expertise

  • "He is the standard that others try to reach in the South West. The way he manages his clients is exemplary, and everything you get from him and his team is polished."
    Chambers and Partners UK 2027
  • "Richard Harries - at the top of his game for a number of years now. He has a great feel for cases, is loved by clients, but has a steely side when required."
    Legal 500 2027
  • "Richard is a terrific solicitor who really cares. He is super experienced and you'd be hard pushed to get better representation in the South West."
    Chambers and Partners 2026
  • "Richard Harries is a highly respected practitioner who possesses considerable experience in birth injury and delayed diagnosis cases."
    Chambers and Partners 2026
  • "Richard Harries knows the market well, and fights his clients' corner until the end. He is a fantastic litigator."
    Legal 500 2026