Andrew M.J. Cardona LL.B, APIL
Andrew M.J. Cardona LL.B, APIL
Partner
Barrister-At-Law and Acting Solicitor
Andrew completed his Legal Studies in June 2007 and was called to
the Bar of England and Wales on 26th July 2007.
He joined Phillips in the summer of 2007 and was called to the Bar
of Gibraltar on 29th February 2008.
Andrew became a partner of Phillips in 2016.
Andrew specialises in civil litigation, particularly in the fields
of personal injury and clinical negligence in which he has acted for
clients in cases involving catastrophic injuries. He is widely
regarded as one of Gibraltar's top barristers in these areas.
Andrew is also highly knowledgeable and experienced in Employment
Law having acted for both employers and employees in the Employment
Tribunal, Supreme Court and the Gibraltar Court of Appeal. He also
formed part of the Sub-Committee of the Bar Council to advise the
Government of Gibraltar on reforms relating to the Employment
Tribunal.
Andrew's practice includes commercial litigation, civil fraud and
professional negligence claims involving the mis-selling of
financial products by banking and financial institutions. He also
has considerable experience in insolvency, having acted for the
Bankruptcy Trustees in Gibraltar's largest personal insolvency case,
including a successful appeal to the Gibraltar Court of Appeal
Notable Cases:
University of Cardiff (2003 - 2006)
University of Cardiff - Institute for Professional Legal Studies (2006-2007)
Honourable Society of Middle Temple
Admitted to the Bar of England & Wales (July 2007)
Admitted to the Bar of Gibraltar (February 2008)
Association of Personal Injury Lawyers
Serving on the Bar Council (2013 to 2021)
"When my trust in professionals was shattered after being subjected to medical negligence, Andrew's dedication ability and support helped restore my trust not only on professionals, but in people."
“Before engaging the services of Andrew, we had the choice to appoint other local firms who I knew and worked with closely, however, I was recommended Andrew by a friend and to this day pleased we made this decision! During this time Andrew’s advice and guidance has been irrefutable. The experience and knowledge in his field gave me a sense of peace and confidence that the matter was in good hands. He would always reassure any doubts we had by explaining the more technical matters in a way we would understand. He fought hard for us and did everything he could to ensure a good outcome. Would definitely recommend his services.”
“Throughout the entire process I found Andrew to be very knowledgeable on the law. He always ensured that i was kept informed about any developments thought all the stages of the case. It was clear from the beginning that he was fully dedicated to my case. It was because of that dedication, skill and ability to negotiate effectively with the other side that we won the case.”
“Andrew acted for me recently on a medical negligence case. He was empathetic to my predicament from the beginning, demonstrating his concern for my wellbeing by acting professionally and in my best interests throughout. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him.”
"During the last few years that I have worked with Andrew he has proved himself to be not only consummate professional but a gentleman. Fundamentally, I know that above all I can trust him, which in this day and age is priceless."