Simon Wright

What do you specialise in?

Simon qualified in 1989 and since that time has specialised in Personal Injury Law and Clinical Negligence claims.  Simon was Head of the Personal Injury department in Chesterfield which covers all types of injury claims including road traffic accidents, workplace accidents, physical & sexual abuse, industrial disease, clinical negligence or in occupier's liability situations. 

Simon's specialism is helping clients who have suffered serious brain injuries and more recently Simon has taken on several physical and sexual abuse claims, becoming the local expert in this field.

Simon's wealth of experience has been recognised by the UK Legal 500 for several years and he has received 'Recommended Lawyer' status for his excellence in Personal Injury work. 

In the 2023 guide they state:

"The team are top professionals, in depth legal knowledge but more importantly contact is maintained with client on one to one basis throughout, easy access and availability that ensures the client does not feel alone in the matter. ’

‘Simon Wright as head of the department is a shining example of a leader who inspires confidence in his team and clients, making even the most complex matters relatively straightaway in terms of client understanding.’

‘Banner Jones are approachable and very thorough, with excellent communication skills and expertise in their field . They have a personal approach that puts clients at ease and makes them feel that they are treated as individuals. In medical negligence cases they are proactive and tenacious."

In the 2022 guide they state that:

‘Simon Wright was indefatigable in his efforts – we are extremely grateful for his ongoing support.’

‘Simon Wright is approachable and has a no nonsense approach, which allows you to relax, seek guidance to gain the correct outcome.’

Previous editions state;

‘Simon Wright leads the PI team. His judgement and commitment to the cause of his clients is second to none. Sarah Sadler is an excellent “lieutenant” to Simon and a key member of the PI team.’

Simon Wright, is ‘a top-class personal injury and clinical negligence litigator’ who is ‘never flustered or outmanoeuvred by his opponents’.  He is "a straight-talker who superbly handles clients and opponents to achieve results other lawyers would die for’' and that "Simon leads an extremely impressive group that advises on claims arising from road traffic and workplace accidents, public liability and employers liability. Simon Wright is recommended."

He has represented claimants seeking damages following a number of nationally reported incidents including the Hatfield Rail Crash and the Manchester Air Disaster. In addition he has represented Claimants in high profile cases of public importance such as Darby v The National Trust [2001] EWCA Civ 189 which is a leading case in the field of Occupiers Liability.

Simon has a wealth of experience in cases of utmost severity with his professional involvement in some cases continuing beyond settlement of the claim. In a number of cases Simon has continued to represent his clients by being appointed as a Professional Deputy of the Court of Protection or as Professional Trustee for the injured party where persons have been unable to manage their own affairs following their injuries. Simon feels that his ability to continue to assist people even after the settlement of their claim is a particularly satisfying part of his role.

In 2020 Simon took over as the Chief Executive of Banner Jones Solicitors and is now at the forefront of all managment decisions.

When did you Qualify?
1989