Peter is an experienced junior with a thriving practice focussing on group litigation, personal injury claims, industrial disease matters and associated areas of work. He has appeared in several leading cases, most recently as Junior Counsel to Michael Kent KC in the Supreme Court matter of Dryden and ors v. Johnson Matthey Plc, on behalf of the Respondent. He has a strong reputation in his chosen fields of practice.
Peter appreciates the importance of teamwork and communication to bring a case to a successful conclusion. Thus he is happy to advise informally by telephone or email as a case progresses. He also frequently travels to meet clients in conference or undertake site visits.
He appears on behalf of defendants and claimants and is happy to consider instructions on a CFA basis.
Peter regularly presents at Chambers and in-house seminars across the country. Recent talks have covered: special damages in fatal asbestos claims; developments in noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL), cancer and other disease claims; and QOCS.
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- Abbott & Ors v. Ministry of Defence [2022] EWHC 1807 (QB): bulk claim form impermissible
- Michael Kent KC and Peter Houghton in the Supreme Court
Articles
- Abbott & Ors v. Ministry of Defence [2022] EWHC 1807 (QB): bulk claim form impermissible
- QOCS strikes again: Corstorphine v Liverpool City Council
Qualifications
- MA (Hons) (Cantab) (Double First Class)
- MPhil (Cantab) (Distinction)
- CPE (City) (Distinction)
- BVC (ICSL) (Outstanding)
- Lord Brougham and Lord Denning Scholarships (Lincoln’s)
Recommendations
“He is exceptionally intelligent, a go-to for complex cases to unpick difficult liability or quantum arguments. A real details man.”… “Peter is incredibly knowledgeable in his field and his attention to detail in his drafting is superb. He is able to empathise with clients whilst remaining professional.”
Chambers & Partners, 2024
“Peter is the most detail-orientated junior at the Bar. He is massively intelligent.”
Legal 500, 2024
“His grasp of the issues and ability to retain information are hugely impressive. He is meticulous in his preparation and his interaction with clients and experts is exemplary, as is the quality of his legal and tactical advice.”
Chambers & Partners, 2022
“An exceptionally robust advocate who presents arguments in an extremely persuasive manner, and also takes an active role both pre and post hearings.”
Legal 500, 2022
“He is very knowledgeable and has a real depth of expertise in disease litigation.”
Chambers & Partners, 2022
“He is very good, knows what he’s talking about and makes all the right points.”; “He is very analytical but pleasant to deal with.”
Chambers & Partners, 2021
“Peter is hardworking and studious. He has an excellent eye for detail and his drafting skills are superb. Takes on work at short notice that others might fear to touch.”
Legal 500, 2021
“He is very good at tailoring his advice to each client.”; “He is extremely reliable, very responsive and has a calm manner.”
Chambers & Partners, 2021
