Mike has a well-established reputation as a busy, key clinical negligence barrister boasting strong medical expertise informed by his previous occupation as a dentist. He represents both claimants and defendants in clinical negligence claims of all types and is especially known for his dental negligence expertise.<strong>"Michael Hill has a well-established reputation as a key clinical negligence barrister with a particular focus on dental claims, boasting strong expertise informed by his previous occupation as a dentist. He represents both claimants and defendants. His capabilities in the medical field extend to other core areas such as orthopaedic negligence and delayed cancer diagnosis claims."</strong> <em>[Chambers and Partners, 2023]</em><strong>"Mike is measured, down to earth and approachable. He is calm yet confident and excellent with lay clients. Exceptionally strong in dental cases." </strong><em>[Legal 500, 2023]</em><strong>"Efficient, approachable and understands what solicitors are looking for from his advice." "He is fantastic and always readily available. He offers very strong advice and manages clients very well."</strong> <em>[Chambers and Partners, 2022] </em><strong>"Mike is a very talented lawyer. His previous career as a dentist means that his knowledge of dental negligence claims is second to none. He is calm and measured in his approach and very good at explaining issues to lay clients."</strong> <em>[Legal 500, 2022]</em>Recent cases include: <ul> <li>Spinal Surgery <ul> <li>Inadeuate decompressions</li> <li>Cauda equina</li> </ul> </li> <li>Delayed diagnoses: <ul> <li>Neoplasias</li> <li>Appendicitis</li> <li>Fractures</li> <li>DVT</li> <li>Vestibular schwannomas</li> </ul> </li> <li>Toxicity cases: <ul> <li>Clozapine</li> <li>Hypervitaminosis D</li> </ul> </li> <li>Orthopaedic surgery: <ul> <li>Hip replacements</li> <li>Hip resurfacing</li> <li>TKRs</li> <li>ORIF</li> </ul> </li> <li>Abdominal Surgery <ul> <li>Bowel surgery</li> <li>Gynaecological surgery</li> <li>Cholecystectomy</li> <li>Gastric banding</li> </ul> </li> <li>Dental Claims <ul> <li>Periodontal mismanagement</li> <li>Caries mismanagement</li> <li>Technical execution claims: <ul> <li>Crown and bridge placement</li> <li>Endodontics</li> <li>Implant placement</li> <li>Implant restoration</li> <li>Extractions <ul> <li>OACs</li> <li>Lingual nerve injuries</li> <li>Inferior alveolar nerve injuries</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> His extensive client base includes leading regional and national law firms as well as insurers.Mike provides training to the NHS upon medico-legal matters and risk minimisation.  He provides training to lawyers upon medical and dental claims.Mike has his own clinical negligence and dental negligence focused and blogging website: <a href="http://www.mikehillbarrister.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.mikehillbarrister.co.uk</a>

Megan is a specialist personal injury, clinical negligence and inquests barrister. She is listed as a “<em>leading junior</em>” for all areas of her practice in the 2026 Legal 500, retaining the same from 2025 and having been listed as a <em>“rising star”</em> in 2023 and 2024. She is <em>“up and coming”</em> in the 2026 Chambers &amp; Partners guide for clinical negligence and personal injury.Megan acts for both claimants and defendants in a wide range of injury claims and is particularly comfortable with fatal accident cases and high value personal injury cases. Her clinical negligence experience is wide-ranging and includes claims involving obstetric injury, surgical negligence, cosmetic procedures, orthopaedic injury, infant and fatal claims. Megan’s practice often involves working at the beginning of a claim through to settlement or trial, meaning her work includes drafting pleadings, advising on merits and quantum, attending expert and client conferences, CCMCs and JSMs.Her clients say “Megan is very knowledgeable and analytical, working beyond her call; she provides clear advice to instructing solicitors and clients. She has excellent client care skills - she handles distressing claim circumstances with care and professionalism.”; “Megan's approach is clear and concise, and she focuses well on the key points of the claim", and “[Megan is] a tenacious advocate who stands her ground well under pressure”.&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 17px;"> </span>

Stuart has a strong practice comprising chancery, probate, commercial and employment work.  He has a calm, impressive Court presence and is a skilled cross-examiner.  He is also very good with solicitors and lay clients, who appreciate his robust but practical approach and no-nonsense advice.  He has been recommended in both Chambers &amp; Partners and the Legal 500 for many years as one of the top practitioners in his field in the region.His caseload includes disputed wills and Inheritance Act cases (an area where he has a particular interest); proprietary estoppel; trusts of land/TOLATA; property claims; Court of Protection financial disputes, including statutory wills; partnership disputes; unfair prejudice claims; directors disqualification; guarantee claims; professional negligence (especially solicitors); insurance; restrictive covenants; and general chancery and commercial work.Stuart deals with employment matters of all types in the ET; and with his broad civil expertise, he is perfectly placed to handle the full array of Court cases with an employment aspect, including: wrongful dismissal of senior employees; contract claims brought in Court for notice and bonus payments; claims involving directors including breach of service agreements and breach of fiduciary duty; and claims and injunctions relating to restrictive covenants, garden leave, confidential information, breach of contract and springboard injunctions.  He is regularly instructed to act on injunction applications at very short notice.&nbsp;

Anna specialises in probate and trusts litigation and is recommended in both Chambers &amp; Partners and the Legal 500 as a top tier chancery practitioner who is “a fantastic advocate with a sharp mind” and has a “great depth of knowledge”. By way of example, she advises and appears in cases challenging validity, Inheritance Act claims, rectification and/or construction claims, inter-vivos gifts, rescission on the grounds of mistake, removing/substituting executors and trustees and Part 64 applications. Anna is also experienced in TOLATA claims and proprietary estoppel disputes.Anna’s practice also includes significant non-contentious work. She regularly advises on construction, administration issues and powers of executors/trustees, cross-border estates, and taxation as it relates to trusts and estates. She is also able to assist in drafting trusts and associated deeds.Anna has a technical approach but prides herself on being able to explain these concepts clearly to clients and offering pragmatic solutions. She has been noted in Chambers &amp; Partners for “using plain, user-friendly, client-friendly language in her opinions”.Although based in Leeds, Anna is happy to travel for all court, conference and mediation commitments.

Marisa is traditional chancery practitioner dealing with contentious and non contentious work involving Wills, Probate, Trusts and Property. She is also instructed in relation to COP Property and Affairs, Capacity, Applications under the High Court's Inherent Jurisdiction.Marisa regularly advises and represents clients in relation to the validity/construction of Wills, disputes involving Executors and PR’s, Part 64 applications and on claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 and other related matters.  She appeared in the first post Ilott v Blue Cross adult claimant case for financial provision (<em>Nahjec v Fowle</em> [2017] EW Misc 11 CC).Marisa also deals with issues arising out of TOLATA issues and all levels of disputes involving easements, boundary disputes, adverse possession and other claims relating to property in both the High Court and Property Tribunals.In COP work she is instructed by Local Authorities, the OPG, and on behalf of individuals to advise in cases following the Judgment in <em>OH v Craven</em> [2016] EWHC 3146 (QB). She has recently been involved in the reported cases of :- <ul> <li><em>TA v The Public Guardian</em> [2023] EWCOP 63 relating to the duties of a certificate provider and the meaning of the statutory provisions which had previously not received judicial consideration; and</li> <li><em>Irwin Mitchell Trust Corporation v PW &amp; Anor</em> [2024] EWCOP 16 which considered the conflict of interest and self-dealing in relation to a trust corporation instructing a connected asset manager to manage P’s investments.</li> </ul> &nbsp;Marisa practises across the North Eastern, Midland and Wales and Chester Circuits and consequently has appeared in the Business and Property Courts in many regions.Marisa's down to earth approach, direct advice and ability to communicate with clients at any level makes her an ideal choice for litigation in areas where emotions can run high.Marisa is happy to travel for all aspects of her work (usually with no extra charge) and if appropriate can act on a direct access basis.

<span style="color: #000000;">Sarah specialises in probate, trusts and tax work (contentious and non contentious) as well as dealing with professional negligence claims relating to those areas of work. In addition she deals with property and affairs applications in the Court of Protection.</span><span style="color: #000000;">Sarah is ranked in Band 1 for Chancery Work in Chambers &amp; Partners and the Legal 500 as well as being the only barrister in the North East ranked as a National Leader (Outside London) in the High Net Worth Guide.</span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 1rem;"> Sarah is described in the HNWG as a </span><i>"P</i><i>henomenal barrister. She is highly knowledgeable and very practical. Her ability to advise on tax as well as legal issues makes her the ideal choice for any complex estate or trust dispute. When in court, she stands out with her advocacy and puts forward a very convincing case."</i></span><span style="color: #000000;">Sarah is a Deputy Head of Chambers.</span>

Sean undertakes a broad range of Chancery and commercial work with emphasis on partnerships, company law, banking, contractual disputes, land law (including land registration), landlord and tenant and administration of estates. Sean has a science background and also deals with engineering and technical disputes.As well as litigation, Sean is experienced in non-contentious drafting and transactional advice particularly with regard to companies and partnerships.Authorised to accept public access work.Sean has been an accredited mediator since 2011.

Cait is a specialist chancery barrister who deals with contentious probate, trusts and property matters.She is consistently recommended by both Chambers and Partners and Legal 500 for Chancery work.Over the years the legal directories have described Cait as “<em>intelligent, forward-thinking and collegiate</em>” (Chambers and Partners) and  “<em>a smiling assassin who gets results not by being aggressive and difficult but by building trust with the court as a result of sensible, clear and concise submissions</em>” (Legal 500).Cait prides herself on giving clear, pragmatic and strategic advice. She works closely with solicitors and clients to achieve the best possible outcomes, whether through litigation or alternative dispute resolution.Cait has extensive advocacy experience in the High Court, County Court and Land Tribunal. Her recent cases include: <ul> <li>Continuing to act in an appeal regarding statutory interpretation and a novel point of law: The interpretation of ‘<em>Trust</em>’ within the Land Registration Act 2002 and its effect on adverse possession;</li> <li>Acting for a beneficiary of a trust valued at over £10 million;</li> <li>Acting for trustees of a trust valued at over £7 million;</li> <li>Acting for the defendants in a claim seeking to set aside a trust as a sham; and</li> <li>A claim involving an complicated estate, a significant property portfolio and the forfeiture rule.</li> </ul> &nbsp;In addition to maintaining a busy practice, Cait is a member of Chambers’ Executive Board, is Head of Commercial and Chancery Pupillage Recruitment and acts as the Secretary for Chambers’ Commercial and Chancery Team.

Amy is a specialist employment and personal injury barrister. She is consecutively recommended in Chambers and Partners and the Legal 500 for employment law in 2023 and 2024.&nbsp; <h5>Employment law</h5> Amy's practice covers all areas of employment and discrimination law with experience both in the Employment Tribunal and the Employment Appeal Tribunal. Amy represents both claimants and respondents. She enjoys advising and drafting as well as representing clients at preliminary hearings, final hearings and in judicial mediations.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>She is frequently instructed in complex multi-day unfair dismissal, contractual, discrimination, victimisation and whistleblowing claims. She provides exceptional client care and undertakes meticulous preparation to ensure best possible advocacy for clients.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> Clients include </span>NHS trusts, local authorities, charitable organisations, law firms as well as companies in tech, leisure, hospitality and retail industries.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Amy continues to grow an appellate practice and enjoyed recent reported success in the Employment Appeal Tribunal. She is qualified to accept instructions on a Direct Access basis and is appointed to the Attorney General’s Civil Panel of Counsel (C Panel).&nbsp; <h5>Personal Injury</h5> Amy has broad experience of personal injury litigation. She receives regular instructions in trials and interim hearings on all tracks. Amy acts on behalf of claimants and defendants with a particular focus on employers’ liability claims and providing advice on quantum. Amy is happy to act from an early stage through to trial.&nbsp;Amy studied Law at Queen Mary University of London and gained First Class awards in Company Law and Medical Law. Amy has previously professionally trained in acting at London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts (LAMDA). In her spare time she enjoys playing netball, surfing, exploring the North East coast with her dog as well as being a foodie and theatre-goer.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>

Robert has a very strong employment law practice.He regularly acts for both Claimants and Respondents, and takes instructions for matters throughout the Tribunal process. This ranges from PHs of all types, to multi-day Final Hearings, and from the drafting of advices and pleadings, to Judicial Mediation. He takes instructions from across Great Britain, and is on the Attorney General Panel.Robert is very popular with clients, and is happy to assist at all stages of the Tribunal process. He writes for Chambers' website on interesting employment law issues and regularly undertakes Webinars.Robert studied law at Downing College, Cambridge University, where he was awarded a First Class Honours Degree. He is a Senior Harris Scholar of Downing College, and recipient of the Middle Temple Queen Mother's Scholarship. Robert went on to achieve a Outstanding Grade on the BPTC at Northumbria University, before joining Parklane Plowden in 2016.Robert is happy to accept instructions in the Employment Appeal Tribunal. His latest appearance in the EAT was in July 2025&nbsp; <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>"</em></strong><strong><em>The client could not have been more complimentary about Rob. She thought that he was considerate, thorough and highly recommends him."</em> - Respondent Employment Solicitor</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>"Robert Dunn was very good. He was well prepared for the call on Tuesday and it was evident he had read through the case and had full awareness of what the claim was; the preparation continued into today with thorough questioning. Very professional both in the court room and with us. If we are in this situation again (fingers crossed we are not!), I wouldn’t hesitate in using him again." </em>- Rachel, DAC Beachcroft</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>“This is my first time working with you and it has been one of the best experiences with counsel of my career thus far.” - </em>Solicitor</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em><strong>"I’d also be grateful if you could pass on my sincere thanks to our Counsel, Robert Dunn, for his work during the tribunal. It was so reassuring to see how quickly and thoroughly he was able to grasp the details of the case - his forensic understanding, insights, and strategic approach were clear from the outset. Beyond his legal expertise, I really appreciated how considerate and approachable he was, making what could have been quite a daunting experience feel far more manageable. Watching him work, skilfully walking through the evidence, was impressive - he was so calm, measured, and incredibly effective</strong>!" -<strong> Lay client </strong></em></p> &nbsp;Robert also has a strong personal injury practice, taking instructions in a vast array of personal injury matters. He acts for both Claimants and Defendants, in Fast Track and Multi-Track matters, Small Claims, all types of Applications, MOJ Stage 3s, and Approvals. Moreover, Robert is happy to draft pleadings and provide advice at all stages of litigation. Robert has experience successfully running RTA-fraud cases for Defendants. On the Claimant side, Robert is popular too, and takes instructions in CFA matters, where appropriate.Robert has also developed a healthy credit hire practice, regularly appearing for both Claimants and Defendants. He appears in both Small Claim and Fast Track Credit Hire matters, provides advice on pertinent legal issues, and has given training on recent cases and litigation tactics.Before joining Parklane Plowden, Robert undertook legal aid work in Kampala, Uganda, advising and drafting court documents for disadvantaged clients. When not at work, Robert can often be found running, on the terraces of his beloved St. James’ Park, or satisfying his love of non-league football at Hillheads Park.