Professional background
As a seasoned Serious Injury practitioner, I have represented many victims of road traffic collisions, cycling collisions, accidents at work and in public places and aviation disasters (civil and military) for more than 28 years. I also specialise in representing amputees, ensuring they receive the expert rehabilitation and support they need.
Over the years, I have built a strong general aviation practice representing people who suffered injury while acting as a pilot under instruction, as well as the families of individuals fatally injured in domestic and international air crashes.
I regularly take over cases from other solicitors and have been instructed by the Official Solicitor on several high-value claims over the years.
I regularly support families at Inquests.
I am a member of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL).
Case highlights
Currently representing families who lost relatives in the Air India crash in June 2025.
Currently representing the family of a victim of the London Southend Air Crash in July 2025.
Represented those injured in the Southampton Rigid Inflatable Boat collision, including the family of Emily Lewis.
Successfully concluded more than 100 damages claims arising from the Bow crane collapse in July 2020.
Represented the family of Gordon Emin in a claim against the Ministry of Defence after he was tragically killed in a helicopter crash in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Represented the family of the late Flight Lieutenant Sean Cunningham of the Red Arrows, who was fatally injured following an incident at RAF Scampton.
Represented the family of 8-year-old Dev Naran, who was tragically killed in 2018 on a Smart motorway.
Represented a woman who suffered severe burns in Dubai following an incident involving an off-road vehicle manufactured in the United States.
Represented the family of Kim Briggs, who tragically lost her life after being struck by cyclist Charlie Alliston, riding a bike without a front brake.
Awards & recognition
I couldn’t rate Keith more highly, he is a fantastic lawyer.
Keith is a powerhouse, a real warrior; he takes on difficult cases a lot of lawyers wont touch.
I couldn’t have wished for a better lawyer than Keith and I would 100% recommend him for anyone with a personal injury claim. His knowledge is beyond words and he is the kindest soul.
Keith Barrett was superb. His knowledge and understanding was second to none. His honesty and ability to deal with difficult situations was superb. His ability to provide clear and precise advice with such kindness and understanding was exceptional.
Keith is quite a talent with the ability to take a problem and get it sorted.
A hard-working lawyer who gets good results.
Authored pieces
Clients who lost family in Air India crash join ITV roundtable
Finally, criminal justice for family of woman killed by 2 tonnes of falling bricks
What others say…
I couldn’t rate Keith more highly, he is a fantastic lawyer.
Keith is a powerhouse, a real warrior; he takes on difficult cases a lot of lawyers wont touch.
I couldn’t have wished for a better lawyer than Keith and I would 100% recommend him for anyone with a personal injury claim. His knowledge is beyond words and he is the kindest soul.