Defined by their 'detailed, thorough and always reliable' approach, the team at  Dolmans, which is led by Adrian Oliver, remains a very popular choice for defending local authorities, in particular, against a wide array of personal injury claims. Recognised as a 'tough and experienced litigator' Simon Evans has expertise handling employers' and public liability claims, regularly achieving 'high-quality results' for local authorities in England and Wales. The 'very knowledgeable' Peter Bennett is also skilled at guiding local authorities and insurers through complex and often catastrophic personal injury claims, including in the context of asbestos-related disease. Bennett is also at the forefront of the firm's efforts for the Welsh Rugby Union as a defendant in relation to the high-profile concussion early onset dementia group litigation claims brought by a number of professional and amateur players. Outside of the public sector, under the guidance of Justin Harris, who has 'an excellent grasp of the tactical and practical issues involved in any litigation', the firm also continues to handle catastrophic road traffic accident (RTA) defence work through the panel appointment to Ageas. A 'detailed and knowledgeable lawyer that leaves no stone unturned', Nicola Edwards is one of several lawyers in the team, others including Melanie Standley, Clare Hoskins and the 'very tactically astute' Amanda Evans , who are particularly skilled in handling very sensitive sexual and physical abuse social services claims. Associate Tom Harris is an 'up and coming star of the team', regularly working alongside Justin Harris on motor insurance defence work for Ageas.

The 'very professional' team at Clyde & Co provides 'sound advice and guidance' to many leading insurers and their policy holders across a wide range of personal injury cases, running the gamut from high volume/commoditised matters, through to complex, high-value mandates. Craig Hevicon  provides 'an excellent service in relation to occupational disease cases', including as it relates to asbestos exposure, as well as in cases where the claimant has developed conditions that involve complex issues of causation. Simon Cradick  also handles industrial disease claims as well as a range of other employers' liability-related matters triggered by accidents at work. Kerris Dale  co-heads the team alongside Hevicon and has a focus on handling motor claims.

The 'highly proficient and pragmatic' team at Geldards LLP is 'comfortable with all aspects of the litigation', providing a cradle-to-grave service on behalf of insurers, public sector clients and corporates across a range of employers' and public liability claims. 'Very hardworking' and 'highly experienced' team head Donna Makin is key to the team's success in the space, including for self-insureds, and is very skilled at 'achieving fantastic results', including in the context of very complex occupational disease claims.

Co-headed by Stephanie Eedy and Alun Tobias, Hugh James' 'knowledgeable and approachable' team represents defendants across a wide range of personal injury matters, from low-value commoditised mandates, through to matters of the utmost severity, as well as handling subrogated recoveries work for insurers. Much of the day-to-day work is handled by senior associate Leon Lloyd  who 'combines a deep understanding of the law with strong commercial instincts', ensuring that clients are well protected in claims of varied quantum and complexity.