What we say about the firm's legal practice in Wales
Crime, fraud and licensing
Within Crime: Elsewhere in Wales, Walker Smith Way is a first tier firm,
Walker Smith Way’s Richard Thomas focuses on regulatory work, but was also recently successful in defending a murder allegation and a high-profile harassment case. Recent work for associate Ceri Evans includes a matter which could impact on the legislation on firearms possession.
Insurance
Within Clinical negligence: claimant, Walker Smith Way is a second tier firm,
Walker Smith Way’s knowledgeable and proactive team includes practice head David Rudd, who is ‘efficient and a man that you can do business with’ and led on Conan Ingram v Williams. Rachael Vasmer is ‘tenacious and a fighter’, and recently achieved a £1.3m settlement in a case relating to a spinal anaesthetic. Associate Kevin Saul led on a high-profile inquest.
Within Personal injury: claimant, Walker Smith Way is a second tier firm,
Walker Smith Way is ‘prepared to take on difficult cases and fight them hard’. Practice head Neil Turnbull recently settled a £1m-plus serious head injury claim. Mark Denholm is ‘approachable, conscientious and hardworking, and has excellent judgement’. The firm’s key clients are trade unions such as Unite and USDAW.
Overview
Within Regional review,
Walker Smith Way and Allington Hughes Solicitors are key players in North Wales, and are also active in the North West. Many clients turn to firms over the border for commercial expertise, notably Chester-based Aaron & Partners LLP. Hillyer McKeown has opened a Wrexham office.
Private client
Within Agriculture and estates: North Wales, Walker Smith Way is a first tier firm,
Richard Williams leads the team at Walker Smith Way, acting on land and estate transactions. Recent matters include renewable planning developments, partnership disputes and landlord/tenant issues.
Within Family: North Wales, Walker Smith Way is a first tier firm,
At Walker Smith Way, collaborative lawyer Rachel Wynn Jones is ‘extremely professional and well prepared, and a strong advocate’, and specialises in agricultural divorces.
Within Personal tax, trusts and probate, Walker Smith Way is a third tier firm,
Walker Smith Way is well regarded for its knowledgeable team and personable client service. Lisa Jones advised on Court of Protection applications.