The ‘outstanding’ and ‘extremely thorough’ team at Hugh James handles a broad array of cases involving both fatal and life altering non-fatal injuries. Practice head Helen Dolan is well-known for her longstanding experience in claims concerning negligent surgery, and spinal and birth injury cases. Gill Edwards has broad knowledge of amputation cases, achieving settlements in matters concerning delayed diagnoses as a result of GP negligence and negligent antenatal care. Lesley Herbertson‘s varied caseload consists of major birth injuries resulting in cerebral palsy, in addition to matters involving chronic pain and gynaecological surgical injuries. Nina Roland is now a consultant with the firm.
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‘Excellent. Extremely thorough. Good communication and openness with regard to charges. Dealt with whole situation with sensitivity. Supported the whole family.’
‘Lesley Herbertson and her team have been very professional and friendly throughout the process, I have never dealt with a firm more professional or approachable.’
‘An outstanding team with excellent communication skills, comprehensive knowledge and a caring and compassionate approach. Nothing is too much to ask, questions or queries are quickly and effectively answered. We were always made to feel at ease and a part of the process, our opinions were always considered.’
‘Gill Edwards' dedication to her work, knowledge of the law and excellent interpersonal skills gave us so much confidence. Gill always took the time to take us through every step of an incredibly complicated process, she supported us and you could tell that she really cared about our family and getting us a positive outcome.’
‘Lesley Herbertson has been outstanding in every way from the start. She clearly communicated the expectations and the road map of the case. She has excellent knowledge, showed belief in our case and provided support and understanding throughout.’
‘I would particularly like to mention the kindness, support and astute advice given to me by Helen Budge. She was a source of strength throughout the Inquest and legal proceedings. ’
‘Lesley Herbertson is extremely thorough in her case preparation, with excellent attention to detail in relation to both witness and expert evidence. She is a keen proponent of her clients' cases but with very sound judgment as to the realistic outcomes possible.’
‘Gill Edwards and Kelly Charlton are a formidable team, very experienced and supportive of families in need.’
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Responsable de la pratique
Helen Dolan
Autres avocats clés
Gill Edwards; Lesley Herbertson; Nina Roland; Kelly Charlton; Anna Higham; Helen Budge