Clerk Details
- Clerk Name: Ian Charlton
- Clerk Telephone: 0330 332 0773
- Clerk Email: [email protected]
Clinical Negligence
Described as "A very well prepared and skilful advocate." Dorian represents clients from inquest stage through to trial taking an active role throughout. Dorian is highly experienced in complex cases. He thrives and excels where there are challenging & technical medical issues.
Dorian has an extremely approachable manner ensuring clients are quickly put at ease. His open approach gains favour from solicitors who appreciate easy access to him throughout the course of a case.
With over 35 years at the Bar, Dorian has built up extensive experience in many areas of clinical Negligence including the following:
- Obstetrics and gynaecology
- Oncology, delayed diagnosis
- Accident and Emergency
- ENT
- General Surgery
- Orthopaedic surgery
- Anaesthetics
- Cardiology
- General practice
- Nursing Care
- Dental
- Care of psychiatric patients
Dorian undertakes all aspects of judicial review work as well as having considerable expertise in cases involving the Court of Protection.
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Recommendations Dorian Day is an experienced advocate with a strong childcare practice. He frequently acts in matters concerning serious physical abuse, as well as non-accidental injury cases.
Strengths: "Nothing seems to faze Dorian and he instils confidence in the client."
"Dorian is an extremely robust advocate. Nothing is too complex for him and he quickly grasps the sensitivities of any case."
"A fabulous, caring barrister with high level of advocacy skills and much liked by clients."Chambers UK 2025/Family/Children/Midlands Bar
Strengths: “He brings something unique in terms of commitment and expertise.”
“Dorian is a really robust advocate and commanding presence in the courtroom.”
“Dorian is a skilled advocate and often achieves fantastic outcomes in non-accidental injury matters.”Chambers UK 2024/Family/Children/Midlands Bar
Strengths: “He is a very strong advocate and his cross-examination is second to none.”
“Dorian quickly grasps complex issues and is an extremely tenacious advocate. Dorian regularly thinks outside the box and provides an exceptional level of service.”
“Dorian has a wealth of experience and his advocacy skills are to be admired.”Chambers UK 2023/Family /Children/Midlands Bar
"He's absolutely brilliant and has impeccable knowledge." "He's a very robust advocate."
Chambers UK 2022/Family /Children/Midlands Bar
An experienced advocate with a strong childcare practice. He frequently acts in matters concerning serious physical and sexual abuse, as well as non-accidental injury cases.
Strengths: "An excellent all-rounder with an attention to detail." "He is ferocious. His medical knowledge is second to none."Chambers UK 2021/Family /Children/Midlands Bar
An experienced advocate with a strong childcare practice, who also represents his clients in financial remedy matters. He frequently acts in matters concerning serious physical and sexual abuse, as well as non-accidental injury cases.
Strengths: "Dorian Day’s strengths include his presence and gravitas in the courtroom and in negotiations, and his attention to detail when drafting."Chambers UK 2020/Family /Children/Midlands Bar
"A very well prepared and skilful advocate."
Chambers UK 2019/Family/Matrimonial/Midlands Bar
Strengths: "He is an excellent all-rounder, who is calm under pressure and has a great manner in court." "An experienced and ferocious litigator."
Chambers UK 2018/Family/Matrimonial/Midlands Bar
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