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"John is an exceptionally skilled and zealous advocate. He always shows forensic attention to the detail of every case whether that be in written advice or on his feet."
Legal 500 2024
Clinical Negligence
John has experience of dealing with clinical negligence claims, often involving complex issues of liability, causation and quantum.
Examples of his current or recent work include:
- Delayed treatment for complex fracture to the elbow requiring radial head replacement leading to the development of ulnar neuritis and increased risk of arthroplasty.
- Delayed diagnosis of a child’s allergy to chemical components in his prothesis leading to the development of dermatological symptoms and significant restriction in prosthesis use.
- Failure by an optometrist to urgently refer to hospital in circumstances where there was an unexplained significant reduction in vision over a 6 month period resulting in reduced prognosis following corrective surgery.
- Dental negligence claims including failure to diagnose, monitor and treat periodontal disease and negligent provision of implants.
If you would like to instruct John Brown or would like help or advice in doing so, please call and talk to our excellent clerking team, led by Chief Executive/Director of Clerking, Paul Cray. Our phone number is +44 (0)20 7583 9241. Alternatively, please email us at chambers@farrarsbuilding.co.uk
For more information about our clerking team, please click here for the clerks page.
Appointments & Memberships
Rugby Football Union Judicial Panel Member
Personal Injury Bar Association
Professional Negligence Bar Association
Association of Regulatory and Disciplinary Lawyers
South Eastern Circuit
Education & Qualifications
City of London University, Inns of Court School of Law, BVC
University of Bristol, LLB (Hons) Law
St Olave’s Grammar School, Orpington
Testimonials
“A solid, reliable and dependable barrister. Technically adept, well researched and thorough in his approach. Plain speaking and pragmatic in his advice… a pleasure to instruct and provides a quality of work and expertise that you can have every confidence in.”
Directory Quotes
John is ranked as a ‘Leading Junior’ in Personal Injury by Chambers UK and Legal 500.
“He is good with opponents, straight to the point and clear in skeleton arguments.”
“He makes himself available to instructing solicitors to discuss issues and chat through tactics and approaches.”
“He works as a team with those instructing him and has a great brain.”
“John is straightforward and practical, and his advice is always succinct.” Chambers UK 2025
‘John is very approachable and has impressive advocacy skills. He is clear and realistic with his advise and tailors this to suit the needs of the client.’ Legal 500, 2025
‘John is an exceptionally skilled and zealous advocate. He always shows forensic attention to the detail of every case whether that be in written advice or on his feet.’ Legal 500, 2024
Personal Interests
Having been a keen rugby player in his younger days, John’s sporting interests developed into attempting to travel long distances very slowly by means of swimming, cycling and running which eventually culminated in him completing an Ironman. With 3 young children, and therefore when time allows, he also enjoys playing golf, padel and skiing.