Pankaj Madan named as Personal Injury Junior of the Year at Legal 500 Bar Awards

September 25, 2025

Pankaj Madan from Exchange Chambers was last night named as Personal Injury Junior of the Year at The Legal 500 Bar Awards.

Collecting the prestigious award in London, Pankaj said:

“It is a huge honour to win this award. I am grateful to my instructing solicitors and to everyone at Chambers for their support.”

The Legal 500 Bar Awards recognise silks and juniors across England and Wales. The awards are based on the Legal 500’s market-leading independent research, conducted by researchers with in-depth knowledge of their practice areas.

Praised by The Legal 500 for his ‘encyclopaedic knowledge of traumatic brain injuries’, Pankaj was called to the Bar in 1997. He specialises in severe and catastrophic injury cases, some with a potential value of over £20 million. His practice is rooted in a profound understanding of the intricacies of brain injuries, severe pain, FND and amputation cases, ensuring meticulous representation for the side he is instructed for.

Pankaj’s role extends beyond the courtroom as a writer and lecturer, contributing to the body of knowledge with recent publications such as “A Practical Guide to Catastrophic Brain Injury Claims” published in June 2024. He sits as a Deputy District Judge (since 2010) and is the first lawyer ever to sit on the Royal Society of Medicine, Pain Section Council. He has also contributed to the recently published 18th Edition of Munkman on Employer’s Liability (LexisNexis).

Congratulating Pankaj, Will Waldron KC, Head of Exchange Chambers said:

“I have worked with Pankaj over many years in complex, high value cases. I have seen first-hand his outstanding ability and unwavering commitment to his clients. I have known for a long time just what an exceptional barrister he is.  This recognition is very well deserved. I am absolutely delighted.”

Chris Barnes KC, Head of Exchange’s Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence department and a Deputy Head of Chambers added:

“Pankaj’s career is marked by a deep commitment to catastrophic injury cases. He is dedicated to securing the very best outcomes for his clients and has developed a reputation for excellence. Huge congratulations.”

Jonathan I’Anson, Chief Executive at Exchange Chambers said:

“On behalf of everyone at Exchange, I would like to congratulate Pankaj on winning this award. It is a huge accomplishment.”

Also congratulating Pankaj, Ian Spencer, Chambers Director for Exchange in Leeds said:

“Since joining our Leeds Chambers in 2012, Pankaj has built an outstanding practice.  We are proud of his achievements.”