Martin Forde KC
Probate Solicitors
Martin Forde KC
1 Crown Office Row, London
# Martin Forde KC
Martin Forde KC is a highly specialised barrister based at 1 Crown Office Row in London, with over four decades of experience in health law and professional discipline. Called to the Bar in 1984 and appointed King's Counsel in 2006, he represents healthcare professionals including doctors, dentists, osteopaths, chiropractors and optometrists before regulatory and disciplinary tribunals.
His practice encompasses medical law across multiple jurisdictions, including High Court clinical negligence cases involving catastrophic injuries, judicial review proceedings in the Administrative Court, and complex cases before the Privy Council. He has particular expertise in inquest investigations, especially those with mental health dimensions, and substantial experience in employment tribunal work for NHS Trusts and medical practitioners.
Forde's standing is evidenced by his recognition as a Band 1 practitioner by Chambers & Partners since 2010 and his 2022 accolade as Professional Discipline Silk of the Year at the Chambers & Partners UK Bar Awards. He was named one of the most influential figures in law by the Powerlist in both 2020 and 2021.
Beyond traditional practice, Forde has undertaken high-profile public service roles, including serving as Independent Advisor to the Windrush Compensation Scheme and leading the independent Forde Inquiry into antisemitism within the Labour Party, which reported in 2022. He has also secured a legal first in freedom of speech litigation. His practice uniquely combines regulatory excellence with constitutional importance, making him a distinctive figure in professional discipline law.
Martin Forde KC is a highly specialised barrister based at 1 Crown Office Row in London, with over four decades of experience in health law and professional discipline. Called to the Bar in 1984 and appointed King's Counsel in 2006, he represents healthcare professionals including doctors, dentists, osteopaths, chiropractors and optometrists before regulatory and disciplinary tribunals.
His practice encompasses medical law across multiple jurisdictions, including High Court clinical negligence cases involving catastrophic injuries, judicial review proceedings in the Administrative Court, and complex cases before the Privy Council. He has particular expertise in inquest investigations, especially those with mental health dimensions, and substantial experience in employment tribunal work for NHS Trusts and medical practitioners.
Forde's standing is evidenced by his recognition as a Band 1 practitioner by Chambers & Partners since 2010 and his 2022 accolade as Professional Discipline Silk of the Year at the Chambers & Partners UK Bar Awards. He was named one of the most influential figures in law by the Powerlist in both 2020 and 2021.
Beyond traditional practice, Forde has undertaken high-profile public service roles, including serving as Independent Advisor to the Windrush Compensation Scheme and leading the independent Forde Inquiry into antisemitism within the Labour Party, which reported in 2022. He has also secured a legal first in freedom of speech litigation. His practice uniquely combines regulatory excellence with constitutional importance, making him a distinctive figure in professional discipline law.
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