Iona Meeres-Young leads the team at Fieldfisher, which maintains a broad claimant-side clinical negligence practice with longstanding experience in catastrophic injury litigation. The team is well-known for its focus on early intervention, with a strong emphasis on securing rehabilitation and long-term care planning. Samantha Critchley, Jane Weakley, and Mark Bowman are key figures in complex obstetric and paediatric injury cases, while Ian Christian brings expertise in multiparty litigation and sports-related clinical matters. Jonathan Zimmern is active in oncology and delayed diagnosis claims. Arti Shah and Shivi Nathan both focus on maternal injury and neurological negligence, while Punam Sood is noted for her work in sepsis and amputation claims. The team combines technical expertise with a coordinated, client-centred approach across a diverse range of serious and sensitive matters.
Clinical negligence: claimant in London
Fieldfisher
Responsables de la pratique:
Iona Meeres-Young
Autres avocats clés:
Samantha Critchley; Jane Weakley; Mark Bowman; Ian Christian; Jonathan Zimmern; Arti Shah; Shivi Nathan; Punam Sood; Helen Thompson; Caron Heyes; Louise Astill; Christina Gardiner; Marcos Eleftheriou; Jamie Green; Rebecca Drew; Mandy Luckman
Les références
‘The team we have had have been nothing short of fantastic.’
‘The work of the team is exceptionally dedicated thorough and effective and I cannot praise it enough.’
‘Iona Meeres-Young is a fantastic team leader. Other notable partners include Jane Weakley Samantha, Critchley, and Mark Bowman all of whom are exceptional.’
Principaux dossiers
- Represented parents in securing multi-million damages in wrongful birth claim where medics failed to spot a rare chromosomal abnormality during pregnancy.
- Acted for young girl born with a rare genetic disorder who was left paralysed from the chest down after negligent spinal surgery.
- Represented a twin in securing £30m damages after they were left with severe brain damage due to a negligent 26 minute delay in delivering him.
Irwin Mitchell
Irwin Mitchell fields a standout clinical negligence team with deep bench strength and a clear focus on complex, high-value litigation. Auriana Griffiths leads the department, which is especially active in cerebral palsy and neonatal brain injury claims. She is joined by Leena Savjani, who also leads the firm’s national Erb’s Palsy group, and Richard Kayser, who heads the firm’s national pro-bono initiatives and has particular expertise in paediatric neurological claims. Other notable individuals include Lauren Hurney, whose expertise spans brain and spinal injuries, and Anne Kavanagh, who is particularly active in obstetric litigation. The team is praised for its collaborative structure and its investment in support services such as rehabilitation coordination, ensuring early access to care, and interim payments.
Responsables de la pratique:
Auriana Griffiths
Autres avocats clés:
Leena Savjani; Richard Kayser; Lauren Hurney; Anne Kavanagh; Alexandra Winch; Tom Gough
Les références
‘Irwin Mitchell have a big team which very competently handles a range of cases. My experience of the team is with catastrophic cases and the team does an exceptional job in achieving great results with these cases.’
‘Large, dedicated team who have a great track record in securing excellent results for their clients.’
‘Irwin Mitchell’s clinical negligence team are exceptional. They are a large team team managing a very high volume of claims which gives them such great depth and breath of experience and expertise in this market.’
Principaux dossiers
- Representing the claimant in a cross-border birth injury claim involving a twin delivery where the claimant sustained a brain injury.
- Represented a child in securing a significant settlement after they sustained severe brain damage during birth.
- Represented the claimant in successfully securing a late-stage interim payment order to enable the purchase of suitable accommodation and implementation of care and rehabilitation.
Leigh Day
Leigh Day’s clinical negligence team, led by Suzanne White, is well-known for its work on high-value and complex injury claims, particularly in cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, and maternal death cases. The department remains active in litigation linked to systemic healthcare failings, inquests, and matters requiring cross-jurisdictional analysis. A number of individuals hold additional expertise in niche areas, such as military clinical negligence, cauda equina, mesh surgery, and fatal accidents. Olive Lewin draws on her background in nursing to lead high-value brain and spinal injury cases, with additional expertise in maternal death and delayed cancer diagnosis claims, and Despina Kavadas handles complex birth injuries and delayed diagnoses matters. Emmalene Bushnell is noted for cases involving Group B Strep and gynaecological harm. Maria Panteli frequently handles delayed diagnoses and maternal injury cases, and also has experience in rare cancer claims. Sanja Strkljevic is active in obstetric trauma and fatal accident litigation, often with inquest elements. Kirsten Wall brings a strong focus on delayed cancer diagnoses and military-related negligence. The team is supported by a large cohort of senior associates and maintains a broad caseload, often involving inquests, advocacy-driven issues, and international or multi-party proceedings.
Responsables de la pratique:
Suzanne White
Autres avocats clés:
Olive Lewin; Emmalene Bushnell; Maria Panteli; Sanja Strkljevic; Kirsten Wall; Angharad Vaughan; Nandi Jordan; Despina Kavadas
Les références
‘Very professional and caring. Take their job very seriously and take pride in what they do.’
‘Extremely sympathetic and the perseverance and patience they have is incredible. It is about fighting for those who can’t fight back and Leigh Day solicitors fought for me more than 7 years. Need I say more.’
‘Leigh Day is a truly dedicated Claimant clinical negligence firm with outstanding levels of expertise in this field, as well as others such as human rights.’
Principaux dossiers
- Acted in an inquest into the death of 36-year-old, LJS, mother of 5, who died from an intraperitoneal bleeding following the delivery of her 5th child.
- Representing a client who had suffered injury because of a negligently delayed diagnosis of laryngeal cancer, resulting in more extensive treatment for the cancer than would otherwise have been required and, in particular, leading to total laryngectomy.
- Represented a client in obtaining an admission of liability in a child brain injury claim following negligent surgery.
Stewarts Law LLP
Stewarts Law LLP acts in a broad range of complex clinical negligence claims, with particular strength in birth injury, spinal cord trauma, and cauda equina syndrome matters. The team is led by Anita Jewitt, whose recent arrival has bolstered the practice’s expertise in high-value cerebral palsy litigation and cross-border claims. Amy Heath and Alison Goldney handle a mix of spinal and neurological injury cases and are involved in collaborative initiatives with NHS Resolution and rehabilitation providers. Nadia Krueger-Young focuses on spinal and brain injury claims, with a particular emphasis on stroke and cauda equina syndrome. Katherine Fitter and Alexandra Bennett advise on paediatric brain injury litigation, and the team benefits from additional in-house rehabilitation and pro-bono support.
Responsables de la pratique:
Anita Jewitt
Autres avocats clés:
Amy Heath; Alison Goldney; Nadia Krueger-Young; Katherine Fitter; Alexandra Bennet; Victoria Williams; Emily Goddard; Shannon Maude
Les références
‘Highly professional team. I always found them very knowledgeable and approachable.’
‘A caring nature who put the client first by taking time to explain at each step in the process. An incredible strong team which a huge amount of collective knowledge and a good number of superstars.’
‘Anita Jewitt, who heads the departments is a superstar within the field. She combines experience, toughness, knowledge and exceptional people skills to make a very effective clinical negligence solicitor.’
Principaux dossiers
- Represented a child who had sustained a severe brain injury due to treatment received at the time of her birth, reaching a settlement for a capitalised sum of £20m.
- Acted for a 40-year-old woman with cauda equina syndrome, achieving settlement of her claim in the sum of £5.2m.
- Represented a 10-year-old child who sustained multiple amputations following the delayed diagnosis of meningitis in obtaining a liability settlement.
Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP
Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP fields a highly experienced clinical negligence team with a strong concentration of medically qualified lawyers. Jackie Spinks, who heads the department, is a longstanding figure in the field with wide-ranging expertise across complex injury claims. Dual-qualified doctor and solicitor Jock Mackenzie leads on complex cases involving brain injury, sepsis, and intensive care, while fellow doctor James Piers brings particular expertise in spinal cord injury, surgical errors, and critical care. Jenny Kennedy, a former psychiatric nurse, is well-known for her work on serious brain, spinal, and amputation injury claims, as well as cross-jurisdictional litigation. The team also includes surgical and emergency medicine specialist Ali Malsher and birth injury-focused Samuel David. The firm is regularly instructed on claims involving international clients and private healthcare, and continues to act in some of the most complex and high-value cases on the market. Amy Wedgwood is a key associate recognised for her work on delayed diagnoses and birth trauma claims, often alongside Mackenzie.
Responsables de la pratique:
Jackie Spinks
Autres avocats clés:
Jock Mackenzie; James Piers; Jenny Kennedy; Ali Malsher; Samuel David; Amy Wedgwood; Alex Stutt
Les références
‘Absolutely outstanding team that really go the extra mile to secure the best possible results for their clients.’
‘Alex Stutt is highly intelligent, incredibly diligent and hard-working, very astute and brilliant with his clients.’
‘The team are very easy to work with, on the ball.’
Principaux dossiers
Bindmans LLP
Bindmans LLP maintains a strong reputation for its handling of complex and high-value clinical negligence claims, particularly those involving serious neurological injuries and psychiatric harm. The team is well-known for its commitment to running intricate and novel cases with close partner involvement throughout. Jon Crocker leads the group, bringing over three decades of experience in brain injury and amputation claims. Alla Murphy is active in matters involving complex causation and psychiatric injuries, while Siobhan Kelly is sought after for her expertise in brain injury and ophthalmology claims, often with a human rights dimension. Yagmur Ekici focuses on birth injuries and has built relationships with underrepresented communities. The firm is reputable for maintaining partner-level involvement throughout the litigation process, and for leveraging its broader public law expertise in matters involving systemic failings or human rights concerns.
Responsables de la pratique:
Jon Crocker
Autres avocats clés:
Alla Murphy; Siobhan Kelly; Yagmur Ekici; Sally-Jean Nicholls; Sarah Campbell
Les références
‘Provides a high class and unique service in dealing with complex medical negligence legal action with extensive wealth of knowledge at reasonable cost.’
‘The law firm utilises the latest technology in administration of legal cases which saves time and money where applications are submitted at court in timely manner.’
‘In short, Bindmans’ Clinical Negligence team sets the standard. They are respected by peers, trusted by clients, and relentless in their pursuit of accountability and redress. I cannot recommend them highly enough.’
Principaux dossiers
Bolt Burdon Kemp LLP
Bolt Burdon Kemp LLP’s clinical negligence team brings together deep specialisms across brain, spinal, military, and women’s health claims. Caroline Klage, who leads the brain injury division, is recognised for her experience in catastrophic cerebral palsy matters and special educational needs expertise. Claudia Hillemand heads the child brain injury team and regularly secures significant interim payments, while spinal claims are led by Alex Dabek and supported by Charlotte Jose. The firm’s growing women’s health offering is driven by Joshua Hughes and Hannah Travis, who are advancing novel claims in areas such as endometriosis and fertility injury. The team is noted for its tactical persistence, cultural awareness, and strong charity partnerships.
Responsables de la pratique:
Caroline Klage
Autres avocats clés:
Claudia Hillemand; Alex Dabek; Charlotte Jose; Joshua Hughes; Hannah Travis; Maya Englesberg; Morgan Parrish-Day; Henry Ramsay; Kate O’Brien
Les références
‘Alex Dabek is an outstanding lawyer, with considerable experience and integrity.’
‘Caroline Klage is an excellent leader of the team followed by Claudia Hillemand – a very clever, able and committed litigator.’
‘A very dedicated team who work brilliantly together and are led by Caroline Klage who is exceptional in motivating the team and seeing they each provide a part in managing difficult cases.’
Principaux dossiers
- Advised a client on their claim for a birth injury which resulted in cerebral palsy, intractable epilepsy, and developmental delay, securing £15m.
- Advised a client whose cancer went negligently undiagnosed by private doctors for nearly two years on a settlement of £1m
- Represented a client in securing one of the highest settlements ever achieved for a pressure sore case after the client received substandard care.
- Advised a client on their claim for a birth injury which resulted in cerebral palsy, intractable epilepsy and developmental delay, securing £15m.
- A settlement of £1 million was achieved for our client whose cancer went negligently undiagnosed by private doctors for nearly two years.
Hodge Jones & Allen
Hodge Jones & Allen’s medical negligence team is well-known for its unique blend of legal and clinical expertise, with several former healthcare professionals among its ranks. The practice is led by Agata Usewicz, who combines a background in NHS project management with deep experience in complex obstetric cases and inquests. Priya Singh, a former doctor, brings particular strength in cases involving psychiatric harm, misdiagnosis, and systemic failures in care, and is recognised for her ability to translate clinical insight into legal strategy. Nina Ali and Dawn Treloar maintain busy caseloads spanning maximum-severity claims and inquest representation, while Emma Wray’s dual background in cardiology nursing and law underpins her strong advocacy in high-value brain and spinal injury matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Agata Usewicz
Autres avocats clés:
Priya Singh; Nina Ali; Dawn Treloar; Emma Wray
Les références
‘Hodge, Jones & Allen lawyers practice the law because they actually believe in the rule of law and the role it plays in any civilised society. They practice the law with the intention of helping to ensure access to justice for all and to play their part in trying to address societal issues.’
‘The team is particularly people-focussed; they have a human connection with all their clients and enjoy wonderful working relationships with one another.’
‘There is a strong supportive element, with excellent integration at all levels of the firm from senior partners to juniors and trainees.’
Principaux clients
The People’s Care Watchdog
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Child 15 in achieving a settlement of £5.1m after they sustained cerebral palsy at birth.
- Represented a client who suffers from body dysmorphic disorder and was negligently operated on by a consultant plastic surgeon in achieving a settlement of £500k.
- Represented a client in achieving a judgment in relation to historic clinical negligence, in a claim worth in excess of £10m.
Kingsley Napley LLP
Kingsley Napley LLP’s clinical negligence team is led by James Bell, whose work spans complex brain injury and psychiatric care claims. He is supported by Richard Lodge, who focuses on spinal and catastrophic injury matters. The group handles a broad spectrum of cases, including cerebral palsy, surgical error, visual impairment, and fatal claims. The arrival of Sharon Burkill has strengthened the team’s cerebral palsy and neonatal injury offering, while Kirsty Allen continues to lead on high-value and technically challenging birth injury matters. Eurydice Cote is a key contact for fatal claims and spinal injury litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
James Bell
Autres avocats clés:
Kirsty Allen; Sharon Burkill; Richard Lodge; Andrea Wadden; Aideen McGarry; Eurydice Cote
Les références
‘Richard Lodge stands out for his attention to detail, commitment to his cases, and hard work to achieve the best possible results.’
‘Richard Lodge and Sharon Burkill are the individuals I know best and they are both excellent.’
‘They are a well resourced and knowledgeable team.’
Principaux dossiers
Osbornes
Osbornes handles a wide range of high-value and complex clinical negligence cases, with particular expertise in birth injury, delayed cancer diagnosis, spinal injury, and fatal claims. Jodi Newton is particularly noted for her work on cerebral palsy and maternal injury claims; she currently manages multiple active cerebral palsy matters, often securing early interim payments. Josie Robinson brings 20 years of experience to the team, with specialist insight into pelvic mesh claims and maternal death cases, drawing on her background in physiotherapy. Elline Demetriou supports the team on catastrophic injury cases and has a growing caseload in maternity and care home negligence. Nicholas Leahy leads the firm’s inquests work and has developed a specialism in stillbirth and surgical fatality claims. Hugh Johnson recently joined the firm from Stewarts Law to lead the medical negligence department.
Responsables de la pratique:
Hugh Johnson
Autres avocats clés:
Jodi Newton; Sophie Davies; Josie Robinson; Elline Demetriou; Nicholas Leahy
Les références
‘Jodi Newton is fantastic. Detail orientated, really capable head of maternity. Joy to work with.’
‘The team works very well together as they are genuinely kind and friendly people. You get a real sense that they care about clients and each other, working together to get the best results.’
‘Jodi Newton is a fierce advocate for her clients and a very genuine person. She cares about each case. Nicholas Leahy is a very impressive associate. He is sharp and gets to the crux of the case quickly.’
Principaux dossiers
Russell-Cooke LLP
Russell-Cooke LLP’s claimant clinical negligence team handles a broad range of high-value and sensitive claims, from catastrophic birth injuries and wrongful birth, to maternal trauma, spinal damage, and delayed cancer diagnoses. Janice Gardner brings decades of expertise in brain and spinal injury claims, while Dominic Fairclough leads the inquest offering and regularly acts as advocate in complex coronial proceedings. Lucy Lawson and Sarah Towler run high-stakes cases involving cancer and surgical negligence, and Bernadette McGhie, drawing on her experience as a paediatric nurse, leads the brain injury practice. The team is particularly active in maternity-related claims and has recently been appointed to the Birth Trauma Association’s Trusted Legal Partner panel.
Responsables de la pratique:
Janice Gardner; Dominic Fairclough; Sarah Towler; Lucy Lawson; Bernadette McGhie
Les références
‘Bernadette McGhie is both an exceptional person and professional. She is extremely knowledgeable, kind, caring and determined. She has very high standards and always delivers regardless of barriers. She is tenacious yet empathetic. She always goes that extra mile for her client.’
‘The ability to help the client achieve a realistic outcome and the ability to empathise with the client.’
‘My case was the first of its kind in the UK and I have nothing but praise for the way it was dealt with. Nothing was too much trouble and considering that they were working in unknown territory it was dealt with with professionalism.’
Principaux dossiers
JMW Solicitors LLP
Led by Nicola Wainwright, the clinical negligence team at JMW Solicitors LLP continues to build its London presence through a steady stream of high-value, highly sensitive work. Wainwright brings over two decades of experience handling catastrophic birth and adult brain injury cases, with deep expertise in neonatal meningitis and cerebral palsy claims. Suleikha Ali is noted for her work in difficult, often under-investigated matters, including those involving racial health disparities and rare conditions. Sports injury claims are a continuing strand of the team’s practice, with Barrington Atkins acting as a key contact.
Responsables de la pratique:
Nicola Wainwright
Autres avocats clés:
Suleikha Ali; Barrington Atkins; Steven Brown; Sally Leonards; Mark Havenhand; Nick Young; Eddie Jones
Les références
‘Excellent and experienced clin neg team in London.’
‘Nicola Wainwright is a powerful and committed lawyer, ably assisted by Suleikha Ali who is bright and efficient.’
‘The clin neg team are heavy hitters, able to overcome obstacles in really challenging cases which other firms may not be able to manage.’
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for a client in securing interim payments in excess of £1m for a child client who suffered devastating brain damage as a result of a delay in diagnosis and treatment of meningitis, whose overall claim is valued at in excess of £30m.
- Represented a client who suffered avoidable maternal injuries during her negligently managed labour and delivery in successfully settling and obtained a six figure sum of compensation.
- Represented at inquest and in a clinical negligence claim Hannah and Tim Taylor-Smith whose baby, Zac, died shortly after birth from GBS infection as a result of negligent obstetric and neonatal care.
Moore Barlow
Working from its Richmond base, Moore Barlow fields a London team that brings together strong claimant-side expertise with deep medical insight, particularly through the contributions of dual-qualified practitioners. The group handles an array of complex, high-value claims, with a focus on spinal cord injury, birth trauma, neurological damage, and infectious disease litigation. Sarah Stanton leads the practice, drawing on her former defendant experience to guide cases involving cerebral palsy and cauda equina syndrome. Anne Cassidy, previously a doctor, is noted for her work in brain injuries resulting from delayed diagnosis and infection. Mala Sidebottom, a qualified anaesthetist, adds further weight in wrongful birth and encephalitis claims. The practice is complemented by Amie Ketteridge-Lowe and Hayley Lewis, both involved in some of the department’s most intricate litigation. The team’s work is underscored by a longstanding interest in patient safety, charitable engagement, and a collaborative, multi-disciplinary structure.
Responsables de la pratique:
Sarah Stanton
Autres avocats clés:
Anne Cassidy; Mala Sidebottom; Amie Ketteridge-Lowe; Hayley Lewis; Maya Susila; Trevor Sterling; Victoria Jones; Sophie Winstanley; Helen Goatley
Les références
‘Collaboration has been key for our case and the people representing the practise are very approachable but professional.’
‘Sarah Stanton was the most wonderfully supportive person, totally committed to helping me through my very difficult and personal journey, as well as being a complete professional dealing with the legal side of everything very effectively.’
‘The Clinical Negligence team are excellent to work with, very efficient and always make sure I have all the correct information in a timely manner.’
Principaux dossiers
Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP
Led by John Kyriacou, Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP’s London clinical negligence team is recognised for its depth of expertise in high-value, complex claims, including cerebral palsy, spinal and brain injuries, amputation, and delayed diagnosis matters. The team is particularly noted for its work on behalf of the Police Federation, managing catastrophic injury cases with specialist knowledge of police-specific loss calculations. Kyriacou continues to supervise a broad range of high-quantum litigation, while Rosie Nelson and Lyndsey Skibinski handle cerebral palsy and spinal injury claims, and Rosa Shand contributes to cases involving cardiac negligence, birth injury, and complex consent issues.
Responsables de la pratique:
John Kyriacou
Autres avocats clés:
Rosie Nelson; Lyndsey Skibinski; Rosa Shand; Stephanie Code; Alison Johnson; Phillipa Luscombe; Emma Beeson
Les références
‘The team for my case seem very well connected with each other and clearly have a great team spirit.’
‘They communicate well together and seem to have my best interests at heart.’
‘John Kyriacou is immensely knowledgeable. He provides me with no nonsense updates and explains things in layman’s terms. He doesn’t give false hope. He is so personable and we just clicked from our first conversation together.’
Principaux dossiers
Slater and Gordon
Slater and Gordon’s clinical negligence team handles a significant volume of maximum severity claims, including cerebral palsy, spinal injury, and fatal maternal cases. The practice is led by Emma Doughty, whose wide-ranging caseload includes complex hypoxic brain injury, stroke mismanagement, and cross-border litigation. Laura Preston plays a key strategic role and leads on high-value matters, while Madeline Seibert is noted for her longstanding experience in catastrophic claims. Helen Osborne oversees a large team and manages a broad portfolio of birth injury, surgical error, and cancer-related claims. Heather Moore and Laura Cleevely continue to work on long-running cases, while Nadia Saber is active in stroke and amputation-related mandates. The team maintains a strong focus on interim relief and early rehabilitation, and is frequently instructed in litigation raising novel or untested issues, particularly in the context of international proceedings, medico-legal governance, and mass group actions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Emma Doughty
Autres avocats clés:
Laura Preston; Madeline Seibert; Helen Osborne; Heather Moore; Laura Cleevely; Nadia Saber
Les références
‘The team have been extremely helpful and supportive to me during this difficult period. They have been extremely responsive to any questions I have asked them and they have been very understanding.’
‘I was assigned a team that was extremely proficient in the clinical complexity of my medical condition. This gave me significant assurance and trust that my team was able to act on my behalf with an extremely high level of understanding and without doubt, this served me very well in my final outcome.’
‘Laura Cleeveley is outstanding. She was extremely thorough and kept me well-informed throughout my medical negligence claim.’
Principaux dossiers
Devonshires Claims
Devonshires Claims continues to grow its presence in the clinical negligence field through a practice grounded in complex, high-value work and consistent senior-level oversight. Led by Nick Grant, the firm handles a mix of cerebral palsy, delayed diagnosis, ophthalmic, and spinal injury matters. Karen Cathcart is particularly active in catastrophic birth injury and refractive surgery claims, while Justin Glenister draws on over 35 years of litigation experience, including in landmark High Court cases. William Collins leads on informed consent and oncology-related work.
Responsables de la pratique:
Nick Grant
Autres avocats clés:
Karen Cathcart; Justin Glenister; William Collins
Principaux dossiers
Hugh James
Hugh James is noted for its expanding presence in high-value clinical negligence claims, including complex birth injury and maternal injury matters. Led by Ruth Powell, the team is also recognised for its specialist inquest expertise under Lynda Reynolds, with a growing caseload involving mental health-related and fatal claims.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ruth Powell
Autres avocats clés:
Lynda Reynolds
Les références
‘They have a great team of lawyers in the clinical negligence department. There is good knowledge and experience which is deployed well. I would have no hesitation in recommending them.’
‘Ruth Powell heads the department and she is fantastic. I have worked with her for many years and she never gets it wrong. She is lovely to work with and gets great results for her clients, who rightfully adore her.’
‘From the start staff at HJ listened to our story, and particularly my son’s account, with empathy, understanding and compassion. The approach from the outset was honest and transparent, making us aware of the demands of the litigation process. As we continued on our journey we were glad this had been so explicit as the process was demanding, stressful and hard. HJ made every effort to minimise this, meeting us at home several times, backed up by Teams calls and involving us every step of the way.’
Principaux dossiers
RWK Goodman
RWK Goodman’s London clinical negligence practice is co-led by Ben Lees, who focuses on complex claims involving limb loss and spinal injury, including cauda equina syndrome, and Simon Elliman. The team continues to expand its presence in the capital, with Divya Anand a notable name for maternal injury, sepsis, and misdiagnosis claims. The practice maintains particular strength in amputation work, backed by Lees’ leadership of the firm’s national amputations group. The team’s broader capabilities span birth injury, inquests, and specialist dental negligence cases, with increasing traction in cardiothoracic and weight loss surgery claims.
Responsables de la pratique:
Simon Elliman; Ben Lees
Autres avocats clés:
Divya Anand; Constance Moon
Les références
‘Thorough and effective. Professional, courteous, responsive.’
‘I have been impressed by their attention to detail and commitment to provide clients with an excellent service.’
‘I have worked a number of times with Ben Lees who is an exceptional and diligent solicitor.’
Principaux dossiers
Shakespeare Martineau LLP
Shakespeare Martineau LLP's clinical negligence practice is led in London by Neil Clayton, who oversees a growing team handling a wide range of complex claims and Robert Rose. The team is particularly active in cerebral palsy and birth injury matters, alongside cases involving maxillofacial cancer, wrongful birth, mesh complications, and diabetic care failures. Several members, including Natalizia Capizzi and Fernanda Simionato-Ayling, focus on high-severity obstetric and surgical negligence claims. The practice is also increasingly engaged in dental negligence work and delayed diagnosis cases, often arising from post-pandemic care backlogs.
Responsables de la pratique:
Neil Clayton; Robert Rose
Autres avocats clés:
Natalizia Capizzi; Fernanda Simionato-Ayling
Les références
‘This law firm is committed to supporting female and ethnic minority lawyers. The team that I deal with is diverse, with qualified lawyers from Asian, Latin American, Eastern European and English backgrounds.’
‘Fernanda Simionato-Ayling is impressive in her ability to engage with her clients and allow them to feel heard and respected.’
‘Strong clinical negligence team. Excellent resources and great case load.’
Switalskis Solicitors
Switalskis Solicitors’s clinical negligence team is jointly led by David Thomas in London and Suzanne Munroe in Yorkshire. The team handles a wide spectrum of complex claims, including birth injuries, delays in diagnosis, surgical errors, and fatal incidents. Clare Gooch and Chantelle Cooper act in cases involving severe brain injury and are known for their empathetic approach, especially in maternal injury and baby loss claims. The firm regularly collaborates with medical experts, rehabilitation providers, and charities.
Responsables de la pratique:
David Thomas; Suzanne Munroe
Autres avocats clés:
Clare Gooch; Chantelle Cooper
Les références
‘An immense player in the complex clinical negligence field, extremely well resourced and with capable members.’
‘David Thomas is a hugely dedicated lawyer with great tactical nous and much seasoned experience in the field of clinical negligence. He is immensely well prepared and capable.’
‘Clare Gooch is hard working and thorough she is determined to leave no stone unturned to further her clients’ cause. She is an impressive litigator.’
Principaux dossiers
Taylor Rose
Taylor Rose’s clinical negligence practice, led by Lauren Phillips, is well-known for its work in high-value and complex claims across a range of areas, including birth and spinal injuries, oncology, fatal claims, and surgical negligence. The team handles both maximum severity matters and smaller claims, maintaining a strong emphasis on access to justice. Laura Sylvester, Andrew Bentham, and Jacqui Hayat, are further key individuals in a team whose track record includes sensitive wrongful birth cases, historic birth swap litigation, and complex psychiatric injury claims. Noted for her capabilities in sensitive cases concerning bereaved families, Toni Bedward's practice covers several medical disciplines, including ophthalmology and cardiology. Based in Bath, Sonia Fu's professional track record includes multi-million pound birth injury settlements and complex mesh litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Lauren Phillips
Autres avocats clés:
Laura Sylvester; Andrew Bentham; Toni Bedward; Sonia Fu; Jacqui Hayat
Les références
‘It is a pleasure to work with a well informed team of medical negligence litigation lawyers who understand the claimants and experts expectations.’
‘Laura Sylvester is a fantastic solicitor. She is very experienced, has a great manner, and is highly adept at dealing with difficult opponents.’
‘Laura Sylvester: a caring, client-centred and charming practitioner with whom (as counsel) it is always a pleasure to work.’
Principaux dossiers
Thompsons Solicitors LLP
Thompsons Solicitors LLP continues to build its claimant clinical negligence presence, with its team handling a steady stream of complex and high-value work. Victoria Gofton, who leads the national practice, plays a strategic role in managing high-stakes litigation, particularly birth injury matters, and Linda Millband, whose longstanding experience in group litigation shapes the strategic direction of the clinical negligence offering, is another notable member of the team. The firm recently strengthened its team with the arrivals of Penny Fitzpatrick and Mick Hartley, while Gwen Kirby-Dent and Michael Danby continue to handle challenging claims involving neurological injury, delayed diagnosis, and surgical failings.
Responsables de la pratique:
Victoria Gofton; Linda Millband; Penny Fitzpatrick
Autres avocats clés:
Mick Hartley; Gwen Kirby-Dent; Michael Danby
Les références
‘Thompsons solicitors understand their clients’ needs and wishes, listening to them and responding in a professional way.’
‘Impressive team of extremely knowledgeable and experienced solicitors.’
‘We worked with Gwen Kirby-Dent, who was amazing. Extremely knowledgeable and her guidance throughout the case and hearing was invaluable. Gwen’s awareness of relevant experts and providing the best service possible was always top of the agenda.’