Richard Harries

Senior Partner

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Richard joined Barcan+Kirby in 2003. He became a Partner in 2008 and heads up our Medical Negligence and Personal Injury teams. Richard has over 22 years’ experience and works on all types of medical negligence cases, including delayed cancer diagnosis, maximum severity birth injuries and GP, surgical and A&E negligence. He is a member of the Law Society’s Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme and is band 1 ranked and recognised by the Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession for his ability in complex cases. Richard is recognised in Chambers and Partners UK 2024 and 2025 as a “highly respected clinical negligence lawyer who possesses considerable experience in birth injury cases”. He is also recognised as a ‘Leading Individual’ in Legal 500 UK 2024 and a ‘Leading Partner’ in Legal 500 UK 2025 and cited as “One of the best in the business.”

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 175931

  • Based in Bristol, Avon
  • Licensed for 26 years

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Richard joined Barcan+Kirby in 2003. He became a Partner in 2008 and heads up our Medical Negligence and Personal Injury teams. Richard has over 22 years’ experience and works on all types of medical negligence cases, including delayed cancer diagnosis, maximum severity birth injuries and GP, surgical and A&E negligence. He is a member of the Law Society’s Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme and is band 1 ranked and recognised by the Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession for his ability in complex cases. Richard is recognised in Chambers and Partners UK 2024 and 2025 as a “highly respected clinical negligence lawyer who possesses considerable experience in birth injury cases”. He is also recognised as a ‘Leading Individual’ in Legal 500 UK 2024 and a ‘Leading Partner’ in Legal 500 UK 2025 and cited as “One of the best in the business.”

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 175931

  • Based in Bristol, Avon
  • Licensed for 26 years

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Communication 4.4/5
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Approachability 4.6/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.6/5
Legal Knowledge 4.2/5
Value for money 4.8/5
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  • Barcan+Kirby LLP

    SRA-approved manager - Member

    Until Present

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  • English

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Monday 09:00–17:15
Tuesday 09:00–17:15
Wednesday 09:00–17:15
Thursday 09:00–17:15 (Open)
Friday 09:00–17:15
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

Second Floor Prince House, 43-51 Prince Street, Bristol, BS1 4PS

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Colin

Clinical Negligence

Life changing result

Having spent 7 years with Richard dealing with my extremely complicated case, which many would have given up on, I can only offer the very highest praise.His hard work, attention to detail and never give up attitude resulted in a settlement way beyond my expectations and deserves every one of the 5 star rating. I will miss my contact with him. If you are looking for a winner, do not bypass Richard Harries. He is the most caring professional I have ever dealt with.

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Thank you so much for this lovely review, Colin. Wishing you all the best for the future!

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For 3 years we had Amy Prowle and was not getting anywhere. we then had Richard Harries who completed/finished my case within 5 months. I am grateful for all his efforts.

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Clinical Negligence

Colin

Were I able to give 10 stars, I most certainly would. The team at B+K,and in particular Richard Harries went above and beyond to achieve a life changing result for me. Richard is tenacious, professional and caring. He is an excellent advocate and has become a friend as well as our Solicitor. I cannot praise them enough!!

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Thank you so much for this lovely review, Colin. We're so pleased Richard and the team were able to achieve a life-changing result for you. Wishing you all the best for the future!

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The service by this solicitor has provided a life for my daughter beyond our wilds - dreams, she now has independence.

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I found Fiona and Richard to be extremely approachable, supportive, friendly and understanding. I appreciate Barcan Kirby's ethos. The individual solicitors I dealt with ie Fiona & Richard went above and beyond in the duty of care they demonstrated.

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