‘Ashleigh Holt and Kathryn Watson are very capable solicitors. They prepare evidential and expert evidence with great care, and are ready to pursue all possible lines of enquiry but with a realistic appreciation of litigation risk.’

‘Kathryn Watson is the ultimate professional. Throughout she has treated us with care, respect and compassion. She is supremely knowledgeable, organised and her attention to detail is superb. She is a highly skilled communicator. We are kept up to date with developments in a timely fashion and with clear transparency. As a result, we always feel very much an important and valued contributor to the process which reflects the personalised service we have received. Kathryn is incredibly reliable, approachable and has been instrumental in guiding and inspiring us through a very difficult time with much appreciated understanding, kindness and focus.’

‘Kathryn Watson has been, and continues to be a lifeline to me particularly during times of anxiety. She is aware of my personal difficulties and always treats me with empathy and respect. Kathryn is remarkably thorough and is always able to clarify situations in a manner which I understand. I feel reassured and confident that Kathryn always has my best interests at the centre of her practice at all times. I feel this is the most important factor for me and for anyone going through a medical negligence claim. I am thankful for the support I have from Kathryn, both personal and professional.’

‘A down-to-earth and approachable firm stocked with experienced litigators in whom Claimants can place their trust to chart through the difficult litigation process.’

‘Paul Brown – He has extensive knowledge of neurotrauma and, in all his casework, he demonstrates a passion for assuring the best possible rehabilitation for his clients.’

‘Excellent team skills. Paul Brown and Mick Laffey in particular have a very detailed and dedicated approach in all areas of cases.’

‘Clare Thompson is amazing – she has supported us from day one. She is a professional who is extremely good and efficient at her role. She has supported our family above and beyond and she has shown qualities of extreme empathy and kindness and understanding as well as being very professional and supportive.’

‘Helen Morland is outstanding, not only is she exceptionally good at what she does, she is also a very compassionate and supportive person which is the perfect combination for work like this.’

‘David Bradshaw has been an incredible support to me throughout the whole of this protracted episode. He and his team battled to get answers. The in-depth knowledge shown by others in the team always gave me confidence that the case would eventually come to a conclusion. This was particularly true when external advisers became involved.’

‘Communication is key and showing empathy and care for the families they are supporting is above and beyond. They are able to explain the most complicated legal jargon into layman’s terms and always making sure that in the middle of it all they are talking about a human being and the impact not just on them but the wider family and I don’t think you can put into words how much of a difference this makes. I wouldn’t hesitate (and have done so often) to recommend Irwin Mitchell to other families.’

‘Sarah Coles has been exceptional throughout in supporting us as a family. I’ll never be able to thank her enough for the help she has provided to our family.’

‘I have always been impressed Irwin Mitchell’s Clinical Negligence Team’s professionalism. The Team have consistently shown a high level of competence in handling even the most complex cases and they have always exhibited a strong dedication to achieving the best outcome for their clients. The compassionate attitude fosters trust and confidence amongst the clients during what can be an extremely stressful time. I would have no hesitation to recommending the IM Clinical Negligence Team.’

‘Phil Davison is a particularly experienced solicitor with decades of experience in heavy litigation, ranging from clinical negligence, employment, through industrial disease to catastrophic injury work. He is also a very pleasant person to work with, always helpful and available.’

‘Andrew McGowan, Head of Neurotrauma. He has extensive experience in running catastrophic injury cases. He has an easy manner but it is clear that he demands that the interests of his clients are always placed at the centre of his attention. A steely but realistic litigator.’

‘The Sintons team provided us with very friendly, efficient, and worry-free advice. Throughout the process, Sintons were personal, and made sure we were updated every step of the way. At a very difficult time in our lives, we would have not wanted anyone else to be helping us. We could not have asked for a better service from the personal injury and clinical negligence team.’

‘Clair Wilson is extremely able, great with clients, lovely manner, gets good results.’

‘An excellent specialist regional clinical negligence team.’

‘Clair Wilson and Fiona Belgian have great depth of experience and know how to get the best results for lay clients. Both forces to be reckoned with.’

‘From the very first phone call to the final settlement we were dealt with first class service, A very professionally run company , Beacham Peacock were very helpful, and very knowledgeable and explained what would happy from start to finish. Always kept informed of each step. I recommend Beecham Peacock to everyone who needs a solicitor who provides outstanding service.’

‘Our solicitor Vicki Wanless was a very professional and helpful solicitor who always kept us informed, I felt that nothing was ever any trouble to her. She did an excellent job on my son’s claim – I can’t thank her enough.’

‘Beecham Peacock are a delight to work with. They give pragmatic advice and are personable in their approach.’

‘Browell Smith have an impressive team handling child abuse compensation claims. They are one of the leading firms in the North East in this sector.’

‘Dawn Bagley has great experience and a gentle manner with vulnerable clients.’

‘Dawn Bagley is an experienced top-notch solicitor, with decades of experience of serious injury experience.’

‘The personal injury team really understand how to support client’s through their claims, especially when it comes ensuring they get the right treatment.’

‘They are an extremely personable team, with achieving the best outcome for the client at the heart of everything they do.’

‘True Solicitors are a dedicated firm. Their work encompasses all aspects of the personal injury sector meaning they have a wealth of experience to draw on.’

‘David Dewar is an exceptional solicitor, one of the very few that I would personally recommend to friends or family. He has outstanding judgment and an unparalleled ability to achieve excellent results for his clients without ever falling out with his opponents.’

‘Organised, professional, great communication skills and exceptional client care.’

‘Fantastic interpersonal skills, keeping clients in the loop at every stage of the process.’