'In court he is a formidable advocate and a forensic cross-examiner.' 'Clients and witnesses like Carwyn as he has a straightforward and no-nonsense approach.' 'His quantum advice is clear and succinct.” “He is skilled at putting clients at ease in conferences and at hearings.' 'Carwyn is very personable and knowledgeable.'

Chambers UK 2024

‘Carwyn is personable and thorough. He is good with clients – firm and fair. He deals with issues succinctly.’

Legal 500 2025

'Carwyn is pragmatic and often suggests an alternative approach in order to get the best results.'

Chambers UK 2024

'Carwyn goes over and above to provide the best service possible. He is great at building a rapport with both clients and witnesses. He is a brilliant advocate and a pleasure to work with.'

Chambers UK 2024

'Carwyn combines intellectual rigour, with a thorough understanding of the case, and polished and smooth advocacy.'

Legal 500 2024

'Carwyn recognises the importance of building a good relationship with clients and witnesses.'

Chambers UK 2023

Carwyn acted for a Local Authority in this matter. The deceased had complex needs and had been placed at a school that specialised in the care of children with such needs. The Inquest resulted in a prevention of future death report directed at the school whilst the local authority were praised for their approach to the care of the deceased.

Inquest into the death of Maria Gauchi-Lamport

Carwyn acted for the Local Authority in this inquest. They were an interested party in the case as the Deceased was a resident in a residential unit run by a private company. The Coroner made findings that the Local Authority had taken reasonable steps to place the deceased despite criticisms of the management of the unit.

Inquest into the death of Sally Jane Lewis

Carwyn represents the Claimant in this complex brain injury claimed currently pleaded at in excess of £7m. The Claimant sustained a brain injury due to clinical negligence.

L (2025) (Ongoing)

Carwyn acted for the Defendant in this employer’s liability claim where the Claimant suffered a traumatic amputation to his index, middle and ring fingers when they were caught in a mincer. The claim was pleaded in excess of £1m. The claim recently settled at a JSM.

Adamov v Efez

Carwyn acted for the Defendant in this employers’ liability claim. Liability was admitted but causation and quantum were disputed. The Claimant alleged a deterioration of pre-existing cellulitis and sought substantial damages. The Defendant’s vascular expert attributed only minor injury to the accident. Given the complex medical and causation issues and litigation risk, the claim settled.

Gowers v Bifrangi UK Limited

Carwyn acted for the Defendant in this Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957 claim. Liability was admitted. The Claimant had pre-existing disabilities requiring mobility aids, including a scooter. A key issue was whether he could advance an accommodation claim on a Swift v Carpenter basis, whether another methodology applied, or no recovery was permitted. The claim settled at a JSM.

Howells v Treorchy and District Businessmen’s Club

Carwyn acted for the Defendant in a claim arising from the amputation of the Claimant’s left lower leg after a workplace accident. Aged 17 and working on a family friend’s farm, a heavy weight was dropped onto his leg, leading to amputation. He had intended to join the RAF as a pilot. Despite significant prosthetics claims in a multi-million pound action, the claim was compromised.

Murphy v Pryor Farms Ltd

Carwyn acted for the Claimant in this multi-track matter proceeding in the High Court. He was led by Rhiannon Jones QC. The Claimant was knocked over by a car suffering serious injuries, including a significant brain injury. Liability was disputed. In addition, complex arguments existed in respect of quantum and around the issue of capacity. The claim was compromised at a JSM and the settlement approved by the Court.

HP

Carwyn represented Abellio in this road traffic accident claim. Liability for the collision was admitted, but the Defendant contended it was so minor the Claimants could not have sustained injury. After trial in the County Court, the claims by Mr and Mrs Ahuja were dismissed and they were found fundamentally dishonest. Abellio commenced committal proceedings and the contempt was admitted.

Abellio London Limited v Ahuja and Ahuja

A fatal workplace accident in which the deceased was crushed by the load he was delivering. Carwyn represented an interested party at the inquest. There were multiple interested parties, with the Coroner examining the complex delivery network and opportunities to check the load’s suitability before the accident. Carwyn attended several pre-inquest reviews; the full inquest is listed later this year.

Pop

Carwyn acted for the Defendant in this matter that arose as a result of an assault at school. The Claimant was claiming a substantial amount as a result of the psychological impact of the assault and other alleged incidents of bullying suffered. The claim was dismissed as the Claimant failed to establish that the school had breached their duty of care to the Claimant.

Hatt v Hertfordshire County Council

Carwyn represented the Defendant in this case where the Claimant suffered a traumatic amputation to his forefoot. Carwyn represented the Defendant at an interlocutory hearing and then at the JSM where the claim settled.

Gartside v Dew Piling & Ors