The Clinical Negligence department receives praise from Chambers & Partners

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Chambers notes of the London department: "This niche practice comprises four partners, and focuses on catastrophic injury claims. With a particular emphasis on high-value claims, the "excellent" team is noted for providing a "sophisticated and complete service that is on-tap and accessible." Kevin Grealis is "both time- and user-friendly." He is an all-round personal injury and clinical negligence specialist. Muiris Lyons"really gives strategic direction on that team," sources say. He was recently elected president of APIL. The "technically savvy" Robert Dransfield "has an excellent grasp of the medicine and the law." He is particularly well regarded as a spinal injury specialist. Nick Knowles has over 30 years' experience of catastrophic brain and spinal injury claims, and impresses with his "sound judgement." Hugh Johnson is making a name for himself acting on significant spinal injury claims, and has already obtained multimillion-pound settlements for clients."

In relation to the Leeds department Chambers notes: "This Leeds-based clinical negligence team works closely with the firm's London office to advise on high-value claims. It focuses on catastrophic injury claims. The "hugely client-focused" Frank Pinch heads the team, and wins praise for his practical approach to complex, sensitive claims."

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