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Direct access professional negligence barristers

Professional negligence claims arise when a professional, such as a solicitor, accountant or surveyor, falls below the expected standard and causes you loss.

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When you need a professional negligence barrister

A professional's mistake has cost you money, you want your case assessed, or a limitation deadline is approaching.

Can I instruct a professional negligence barrister directly?

These claims suit direct access, particularly for early merits and causation advice.

What does it cost?

Merits advice is usually fixed fee. Limitation issues should be raised urgently.

Written by the Barrister Link team. Not yet reviewed by a practising barrister.

This page is general information, not legal advice. Nothing here replaces advice on your own situation, and time limits can apply to legal claims.

Professional Negligence: common questions

Can I claim against my former solicitor?

If their work fell below standard and caused you loss, you may have a claim. A barrister can assess the merits.

Is there a deadline?

Yes. Professional negligence has limitation deadlines, so get advice promptly.

How do I prove negligence?

You must show a breach of the professional duty and a loss caused by it. Counsel can advise on the evidence needed.

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